Northrop Grumman

Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist

Northrop Grumman • $117K — $176K *
Los Angeles, CA 90011Hybrid
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management, or related field; or equivalent experience
  • At least 8 years of professional experience or 6 years with a Master's degree
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in subcontracts administration with emphasis on international contracts
  • Familiarity with government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS) and compliance requirements like ITAR/EAR
  • Proven negotiation skills with complex contractual terms
  • Excellent communication skills for articulating contractual issues
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems

Responsibilities

  • Manage the entire subcontract lifecycle from proposal to closeout
  • Draft and negotiate complex subcontract agreements and ensure legal compliance
  • Conduct market research to evaluate potential subcontractors
  • Act as main contact for suppliers regarding contracts and relations
  • Perform cost and price analyses to secure fair pricing
  • Monitor subcontractor performance and implement corrective measures
  • Coordinate with internal teams for seamless subcontract execution
  • Maintain compliant and audit-ready subcontract documentation

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Potential for overtime and discretionary bonuses
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Paid holidays and PTO for personal/business days
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives in higher positions
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist at our Woodland Hills, CA. location.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage the full "cradle-to-grave" subcontract lifecycle for domestic and possibly international suppliers, including proposal support, source selection, negotiation, award, administration, and closeout.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex subcontract agreements (Experience working with different contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M, etc.), non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), memorandums of agreement, and teaming agreements, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
  • Conduct market research to identify potential subcontractors and assess their capabilities and reliability.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for domestic and possibly international suppliers regarding contractual matters, building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships.
  • Conduct comprehensive cost and price analysis to ensure fair and reasonable pricing for all procurements.
  • Monitor subcontractor performance against contract terms, milestones, and key performance indicators (KPIs), implementing corrective actions and risk mitigation strategies as needed.
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Program Managers, Business Development, Legal, Finance, Logistics, Engineering) to ensure seamless execution of subcontracts and alignment with program objectives.
  • Maintain accurate, audit-ready subcontract files and documentation in compliance with company procedures and government regulations.
  • Ensure smooth import/export operations by coordinating with the international trade compliance and logistics teams and ensuring all required documentation is processed correctly.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field with at least 8 years professional experience, Master's with at least 6 years of professional experience; 12 years of professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Minimum of 4 years experience in subcontracts administration or procurement, with a strong emphasis on international suppliers/contracts.
  • Demonstrated experience with government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS) and a strong understanding of compliance requirements such as ITAR/EAR.
  • Proven experience negotiating complex terms and conditions with international entities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex contractual issues to diverse audiences.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience using procurement or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., Costpoint, SAP).
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and adapt to evolving regulatory landscapes.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Secret Clearance


Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
NASDAQ
NOC
* Ladders Estimates

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