Dru Blaszczak
Millersville,MD
Summary
Senior Director specializing in contract management with oversight of 90-100 professionals and a $4 billion portfolio. Successfully negotiated multi-year agreements, streamlined operations, and drove significant sales growth in the defense sector, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director of Contract Management
Northrop Grumman
08.1998 - 01.2026
- Oversight of a staff of 90-100 Contract professionals, Managers and Directors.
- Implemented innovative solutions that streamlined operational processes by negotiating two multi-year General Terms Agreements with Aerospace Aircraft Prime contractors.
- Managed budget and allocated resources for multiple projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Oversaw and directed negotiations of major claims.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scopes and objectives effectively.
- Led cross-functional teams in developing creative solutions to challenging problems.
- Analyzed financial performance metrics and identified areas for improvement.
- Mentored junior directors, enhancing team capabilities and leadership skills.
- Fostered collaboration among staff through regular communication, feedback, and recognition initiatives.
- Led training sessions for staff on change management principles.
- Supported functional and executive leaders by providing strategic advice on complex issues.
- Led Airborne Radar Division with sales over $3.5M in annual sales.
- Major tier-1 global aerospace and defense corporation.
General Counsel, President
Frank E. Basil, Inc
10.1990 - 08.1998
- Advised executive team on legal compliance and risk management strategies.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts for corporate transactions and partnerships.
- Managed litigation matters by coordinating with outside counsel effectively.
- Directed US and international support programs encompassing facility design, housing, field services, base operations, munitions production, and environmental services to ensure operational effectiveness.
Director Contracts
Brown & Root Services Corporation
11.1987 - 10.1990
- Led contract negotiation processes for diverse projects across multiple industries.
- Developed and executed strategies for effective contract management and oversight.
- Managed compliance with federal and state regulations throughout contract lifecycle.
- Coordinated engineering projects across global locations, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and stakeholder requirements.
Education
JD - Law
Catholic University School of Law
Washington, D.C06-1987
MPA - Masters in Public Administration
Suffolk University
Boston, MA08-1976
Bachelors of Political Science -
University Massachusetts
North Dartmouth, MA05-1975
Skills
- Contract Negotiation
- Claims Management
- Contract administration
- Change Management
- Program Management
- Procurement Strategy
- Business process improvement
- US Govt Contracting
- Global Contracting
- Naval Contracting
- US Army contracting
- FAR
- DOD
- ITAR
- Earned Value
- Air Force
- Clearance TS/SCI
- Systems Eng
Timeline
Senior Director of Contract Management
Northrop Grumman
08.1998 - 01.2026
General Counsel, President
Frank E. Basil, Inc
10.1990 - 08.1998
Director Contracts
Brown & Root Services Corporation
11.1987 - 10.1990
JD - Law
Catholic University School of Law
MPA - Masters in Public Administration
Suffolk University
Bachelors of Political Science -
University Massachusetts