Sentinel - Manager Subcontracts 2 - 19485

Northrop Grumman; Roy (UT); On-site; USD 127,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Li

Health & Wellness Resources

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager Subcontracts 2 in Roy, UT to support the Sentinel (GBSD) program. The role emphasizes subcontract management, bid/RFP processes, and cross-functional collaboration across contracts, supply chain, and engineering.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with extensive related experience (or a Master’s with additional years) and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of related experience or Master’s with 6 years of related experience
• Experience preparing bid/RFP packages and conducting bidders’ conferences
• Direct experience as primary subcontract manager for a major subcontractor
• Strong ability to lead cross-functional teams (engineering, facilities, finance, contracts)
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government contracting requirements
• Proficiency with enterprise procurement systems (e.g., SAP) and MS Office tools

Responsibilities

• Ensure subcontracting activities align with program cost, schedule, technical, and quality objectives
• Lead development of subcontract specifications, statements of work, and terms and conditions
• Prepare bid/RFP packages, conduct bidders’ conferences, evaluate proposals, and administer subcontracts
• Negotiate subcontract provisions and manage additions/deletions/modifications
• Collaborate with contracts administration, supply chain, engineering, and program management to improve procedures
• Ensure subcontracts and work packages are completed on schedule and within budget

Skills

Subcontracts management

Bid/RFP management

Cross-functional leadership

Negotiation

Supplier evaluation

ERP systems (SAP)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At 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 is seeking a Manager Subcontracts 2 . This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel (GBSD) Ground Base Strategic Deterrent program.

This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

What You’ll Get To Do:

• Ensures effective execution of subcontracting activities in alignment with program cost, schedule, technical, and quality objectives .

• Leads development of subcontract specifications, statements of work, and terms and conditions for specialized materials, equipment, software, and/or services.

• Both roles require competence in a specialized subcontracts/supply chain field , with full working knowledge of relevant procedures, practices, and regulatory requirements. Decisions are focused on the specific job function, with minimal risk to the corporation, and are aimed at achieving functional and program objectives.

• Prepares bid/RFP packages , conducts bidders’ conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, recommends/selects subcontractors, issues awards, and administers resulting subcontracts through completion.

• Manages and negotiates additions, deletions, and modifications to subcontracts.

• Partners closely with contracts administration, supply chain, engineering, program management, and other functional stakeholders to implement and improve subcontract‑related procedures and practices.

• Receives assignments in objective‑oriented terms , provides direction to subordinates based on management guidance and established procedures, and is reviewed for adequacy in meeting program and functional objectives.

• Oversees projects and tasks through non‑exempt and/or exempt employees , and may achieve results through lower‑level supervisors or experienced exempt staff.

• Typically functions as an advisor to the team , becoming directly involved in day‑to‑day execution only when needed to meet key milestones or resolve complex technical, contractual, or operational issues.

• Executes department procedures that affect employees within the organization, interprets and applies organizational guidance , and recommends improvements to operating practices.

• Ensures that assigned subcontracts and related work packages are completed on schedule and within budget .

• Frequently interacts with internal stakeholders and external customer/subcontractor representatives at various management levels, including conducting briefings and participating in technical and program meetings related to operations, schedules, and specific phases of projects or contracts.

This role requires competence in a specialized subcontracts/supply chain field , with full working knowledge of relevant procedures, practices, and regulatory requirements. Decisions are focused on the specific job function, with minimal risk to the corporation, and are aimed at achieving functional and program objectives.

As a full‑time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine‑hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of related experience; Master's Degree and 6 years' experience or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of degree

• Must be willing to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance

• Demonstrated experience preparing bid/RFP packages, conducting bidders’ conferences, analyzing and evaluating supplier proposals, and making supplier recommendations

• Direct experience serving as the primary subcontract manager or key interface for a major subcontractor

• Experience leading cross‑functional teams (engineering, facilities, finance, contracts, legal) to develop requirements and resolve subcontract issues

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• Experience supporting infrastructure‑related work (e.g., facilities, utilities, or critical site systems)

• Experience managing large, complex subcontracts with a single major subcontractor, ideally for infrastructure, facilities, or construction‑related work

• Background supporting capital or infrastructure projects (e.g., site development, utilities, facility upgrades) in a highly regulated or defense/aerospace environment

• Strong cost/price analysis skills, including evaluation of labor, materials, and indirect rates, and preparation of negotiation positions

• Experience with subcontractor performance management: developing metrics, tracking milestones, and driving schedule, cost, and quality performance

• Professional certifications in supply chain, procurement, or project management (e.g., CPSM, PMP, NCMA credentials) are a plus

• Experience developing subcontract specifications, statements of work (SOW), and terms and conditions for specialized materials, equipment, and/or services

• Proven ability to negotiate subcontract provisions, write and issue awards, and administer subcontracts through closeout, including coordinating additions, deletions, and modifications

• Experience collaborating with contracts administration and purchasing to help shape or implement subcontract‑related guidelines and procedures

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with senior leadership and external partners, including presenting status, risks, and mitigation plans

• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship‑management skills with the ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive subcontractor performance

• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and other government contracting requirements, including flow‑down of clauses to subcontractors

• Proficiency with enterprise procurement or ERP systems (e.g., SAP or similar) and standard Microsoft Office tools

Primary Level Salary Range: $126,600.00 - $189,800.00

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.

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.

Job Category: Global Supply Chain