Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

About the role

At Northrop Grumman, employees work on revolutionary systems that impact lives worldwide, from historic milestones like the first trans‑Atlantic flight and stealth bombers to moon landings. The company fosters intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and a pioneering spirit. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems’ Weapons Systems business unit is seeking a Staff (Level 5) Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist. This is a remote position based anywhere in the United States, operating on a 9x80 schedule. The role involves sourcing and procuring specialized goods and services for NGDS Weapon Systems, owning contractual management for suppliers, and driving the full subcontract lifecycle—from source selection and proposal evaluation through award, execution, administration, and closeout.

Responsibilities

• Develop subcontract specifications, statements of work, HOA agreements, Long‑Term Pricing Agreements, and other GSC‑related contractual documents.
• Draft, review, and negotiate terms & conditions for complex, high‑value contracts (FFP, CPFF, T&M, etc.).
• Prepare bid packages, lead bidder conferences, conduct cost/price analysis, and select/recommend subcontractors.
• Coordinate with contracts, legal, engineering, quality, planning, operations, finance, program management, and end‑users.
• Monitor supplier performance (KPIs, quality, schedule) and apply Lean Six Sigma tools to drive efficiency and risk mitigation.
• Lead Supply Chain Management Teams (SMT).
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, EAR, NATO contracts, and all company policies; maintain audit‑ready documentation.
• Assess and communicate supplier performance; manage the cradle‑to‑grave subcontract lifecycle.
• Identify cost‑saving and risk‑reduction strategies through targeted negotiations.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to program risk and opportunity management; employ Lean Six Sigma for continuous improvement.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex subcontract agreements, NDAs, MOAs, teaming agreements, and Long‑Term Pricing Agreements.
• Conduct market research, cost/price analysis, and KPI tracking; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate import/export operations with trade‑compliance and logistics teams.

Requirements

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree & 12 years of related experience, OR Master’s degree & 10 years, OR PhD & 8 years, OR high school diploma or equivalent & 16 years in subcontracts, purchasing, contracts, project/business management, or finance.
• Proven experience in subcontract sourcing to close‑out; drafting HOA & Long‑Term Pricing Agreements; negotiating terms & conditions; supplier performance management; cost/price analysis; market research.
• Working‑level knowledge of FAR/DFARS (or equivalent business law).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Secret clearance or higher (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Proficiency with CostPoint or SAP ERP and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Government Acquisitions, Contract Management, Project Management, Business Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience negotiating contracts exceeding $100 M.
• Strong presentation skills to senior leadership.
• Expertise with both U.S. Government and commercial subcontracts, multiple contract types, and special payment provisions (e.g., progress‑ or performance‑based payments).
• Ability to perform price/cost analysis.
• Proven ability to lead/mentor other SCAs in preparing Teaming Agreements, MOUs, and Long‑Term Pricing Agreements.
• Experience reviewing subcontract packages from peers or junior Subcontract Administrators.

Skills

• Subcontract sourcing and end‑to‑end lifecycle management.
• Drafting HOA and Long‑Term Pricing Agreements.
• Negotiating complex terms & conditions.
• Supplier performance management and KPI tracking.
• Cost/price analysis and market research.
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS.
• Proficiency with CostPoint or SAP ERP.
• Advanced MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Relationship building with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Lean Six Sigma application for process improvement.
• Import/export coordination with trade‑compliance and logistics teams.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Company‑sponsored savings plan.
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
• Eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses.
• Annual bonuses tied to individual performance and company results.
• Long‑term incentives available for Vice President or Director‑level positions.
• Clear pathways for professional growth within Northrop Grumman’s Global Supply Chain.

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $133,000.00 – $199,600.00

Schedule

Remote position within the United States; work schedule is 9x80 (nine‑hour days, eight‑day pay period).