RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time 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 Supply Chain Subcontracts Administrator – Level 3, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position can be located in either Huntsville, AL or Boulder, CO. Responsibilities: • Successful candidate will source and procures specialized goods and services • Owns contractual management of the supplier • Responsible for source selection from contract proposal to execution phases • Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program, and end-users • Develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services • Prepares Request for Proposal package, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts • In conjunction with quality organization, evaluates and monitors supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules • Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations • Manages and leads supplier financial forecasting accuracy Candidate will also manage performance of subcontracts, ensure compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations. Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities. Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded. Manages and develops strategic/key suppliers. Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed. Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement. Basic Qualifications:  • Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of experience in government contracting -OR- Master’s Degree and 3+ years of government contracting experience for a level 3 • Familiar with FAR provisions and GSC policies and procedures • Ability to obtain & maintain a DoD security clearance (US Citizenship Required) • Strong knowledge and proven historical performance of cradle to grave subcontract administration • Experience preparing subcontractor Request for Proposal (RFP) packages and supporting the NGC acquisition process • Experience preparing and presenting briefings to leadership (internal/external) • Demonstrated skill and ability to perform professional tasks • Strong organizational skills • Problem solving aptitude to develop solutions and drive resolution to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity • Ability to provide accurate supplier invoice and accrual forecasting • Ability and willingness to contribute to the completion of organizational projects and goals • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance (Secret, Top Secret; etc.) • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications Preferred Qualifications:  • Master’s Degree • Current & active DoD security clearance • Experience managing major subcontracts • Experience managing various subcontract types (Firm Fixed Price, Cost Plus Incentive or Fixed Fee, Time & Material, Labor Hour, IDIQ, etc) Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $141,200.00 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.