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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems' Weapons Systems business unit is seeking a Staff (Level 5) Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to support our growing supply chain organization. This is a remote position within the United States, working a 9x80 schedule.

The Staff SCAsources and procuresspecialized goods and services for NGDS Weapon Systems, ownscontractual managementfor suppliers, and drives the full subcontract lifecycle; from source selection and proposal evaluation through award, execution, administration, and closeout.

Key duties include:

• Developing subcontract specifications, statements of work,HOA agreements,LongTerm Pricing Agreements, and other GSC related contractual documents.
• Drafting, reviewing, andnegotiating terms & conditionsfor complex, highvalue contracts (FFP, CPFF, T&M, etc.).
• Preparing bid packages, leading bidder conferences, conducting cost/price analysis, and selecting/recommending subcontractors.
• Coordinating with contracts, legal, engineering, quality, planning, operations, finance, program management, and endusers.
• Monitoring supplier performance (KPIs, quality, schedule) and applying Lean Six Sigma tools to drive efficiency and risk mitigation.
• Leading Supply Chain Management Teams (SMT)
• Ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, EAR, NATO contracts, and all company policies; maintaining audit ready documentation.

Essential Functions

• Lead subcontract sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, administration, and closeout.
• Assess and communicate supplier performance; manage the cradletograve subcontract lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with all FAR/DFARS/publiclaw requirements and company policies.
• Identify costsaving 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 SixSigma for continuous improvement.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex subcontract agreements, NDAs, MOAs, teaming agreements, andLongTerm Pricing Agreements.
• Conduct market research, cost/price analysis, and KPI tracking; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate import/export operations with tradecompliance and logistics teams.

• Proven experiencewriting HOA agreements,LongTerm Pricing Agreements, andnegotiating terms and conditionsfor highvalue contracts.

Basic Qualifications

• Education / Experience: Bachelors degree & 12 years of related experience, OR a Masters degree & 10 years of related experience, OR a PhD & 8 years of related experience, OR a high school diploma or equivalent & 16 years of related experience in subcontracts, purchasing, contracts, project/business management, or finance,
• Subcontract sourcing to closeout; drafting HOA & LongTerm Pricing Agreements; negotiating terms & conditions; supplier performance management; cost/price analysis; market research.
• Workinglevel knowledge of FAR/DFARS (or equivalent business law).
• CostPoint or SAP ERP + MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Secret clearance or higher (US Citizenship required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Government Acquisitions, Contract Management, Project Management, Business Management, Finance, or related field.
• Negotiated contracts>$100M; 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 performancebased payments).
• Knows how to perform Price Cost Analysis
• Proven ability to lead/mentor other SCAs in preparing Teaming Agreements, MOUs, and LongTerm Pricing Agreements.
• Experience reviewing subcontract packages from peers or junior Subcontract Administrators.

Why Join?
You'll support classified, toppriority defense programs, work alongside a diverse, highperforming team, and enjoy clear pathways for professional growth within NorthropGrumman's Global Supply Chain.

Ready to apply?Highlight your HOAagreement and LongTerm Pricing Agreement experience, as well as your success negotiating complex terms & conditions.

Primary Level Salary Range: $133,000.00 - $199,600.00The 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.