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As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract level 2 engineer in the United States is $48.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.11 and $50.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectContract Level 2 EngineerContract Level 1 Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires relevant certifications and some experienceEntry-level, often requiring basic certifications or training
Work EnvironmentHandles more complex tasks, troubleshooting, and system maintenancePerforms basic support, routine tasks, and initial troubleshooting
Employer UsageUsed in industries like IT, telecommunications, and engineering firms for mid-level supportCommonly seen in similar industries for entry-level support roles

The Contract Level 2 Engineer generally has more experience and handles complex issues, whereas the Contract Level 1 Engineer focuses on basic support and routine tasks. Both roles are essential in technical support teams, but Level 2 Engineers are expected to troubleshoot more advanced problems and contribute to system improvements.

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Infographic showing various Contract Level 2 Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,781 per year, or $48.9 per hour.
Contracts Administrator - Level 2

Contracts Administrator - Level 2

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Redondo Beach, CA • On-site

$75K - $113K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 353 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Contracts Administrator - Level 2 located in Redondo Beach, CA, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.
Our Contracts Administrator is responsible for supporting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration and customer contact activities to provide and ensure proper contract execution and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements and customer requirements. You will be an embedded member of the program management team, supporting program success and new growth opportunities.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Monitor contracts and associated program(s) to ensure contractual obligations are communicated and understood, providing general contract adherence oversight
  • Participate in contract proposal coordination and preparation to ensure timely submission to customers
  • Participate in contract negotiations, contract administration, and customer contract activities to manage assigned contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications
  • Offer guidance and work collaboratively with a multitude of organizational functions ranging from technical, program, finance, global supply chain and security for seamless contract administration
  • Ensure fulfillment of contract requirements, prepare and manage contract change requests for review and approval; maintain historical information
  • Review terms and conditions to address provisions and risks of financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranty, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification and all other potential risk areas and recommend risk mitigation strategies
  • Build customer confidence despite geographical separation as well as be able to effectively cultivate those relationships
  • Enter and maintain contract data into Contract Management System or Enterprise Accounting System
  • Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with 2 years of professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 0 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
  • Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application
  • Working knowledge of FAR, DFAR or government acquisition regulations
  • Experience working with MS Office Suite and Adobe

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Contract administration or contract management experience in Defense or Aerospace industry
  • Experience managing cost-type or firm fixed price (FFP) procurement contract types, experience with Other Transactions is a plus
  • Experience with federal government contracting requirements; FAR/DFAR interpretations

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:
https://www.northropgrumman.com/space
Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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About Northrop Grumman

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939