Defence Contracts Specialist – Subcontracts & Compliance

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Ipswich City; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. in Australia seeks a Contract Specialist to support the administration and management of Defence contracts across their lifecycle. You will coordinate deliverables, correspondence and governance, while developing contract change proposals and ad hoc submissions.

The role requires a degree in Business or Law and experience in defence contracting. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, with eligibility for Australian defence security clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract administration or commercial support.
• Degree in Business, Law or related discipline.
• Strong communication, planning and organisational skills.
• Familiarity with defence contracting environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and management of Defence contracts throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Coordinate contract deliverables, customer correspondence, reports and governance requirements.
• Develop contract change proposals and ad hoc services submissions.
• Maintain accurate contract records, registers and management tools.
• Build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders to support program success.
• Contribute to contract reviews, continuous improvement initiatives and compliance activities.

Skills

Contract administration

Commercial support

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Law or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. in Australia seeks a Contract Specialist to support the administration and management of Defence contracts across their lifecycle. You will coordinate deliverables, correspondence and governance, while developing contract change proposals and ad hoc submissions.

The role requires a degree in Business or Law and experience in defence contracting. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, with eligibility for Australian defence security clearance.