Staff SupplyChainSubcontractSpecialist

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Fairfax (VA); Remote; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Staff (Level 5) Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist for a remote US-based role with a 9x80 schedule. You will source, negotiate, and manage complex subcontracts across FAR/DFARS and ITAR compliance while coordinating with internal stakeholders.

Role emphasizes leadership of Supply Chain Management Teams, cost/price analysis, and continuous improvement through Lean Six Sigma.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree with 12+ years (or higher degrees with fewer years) in subcontracts or related fields.
• Masters/PhD holders have corresponding years of related experience.
• Working-level knowledge of FAR/DFARS (or equivalent business law).
• CostPoint or SAP ERP + MS Office proficiency.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop subcontract specifications, statements of work, HOA agreements, Long‑Term Pricing Agreements, and related documents.
• Draft, review, and negotiate terms & conditions for high‑value contracts.
• Prepare bid packages, lead bidder conferences, perform cost/price analysis, and select subcontractors.
• Coordinate with contracts, legal, engineering, quality, planning, operations, finance, program management, and end‑users.
• Monitor supplier performance (KPIs, quality, schedule) and apply Lean Six Sigma for improvement.
• Lead Supply Chain Management Teams (SMT).
• Ensure FAR/DFARS/EAR compliance and maintain audit‑ready documentation.
• Identify cost‑savings and risk‑reduction strategies through negotiations.
• Draft complex subcontract agreements including NDAs and MOAs.

Skills

Subcontract management

Cost analysis

Negotiation

Supplier performance management

Lean Six Sigma

Market research

RFP/bid packages

KPI monitoring

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CostPoint

SAP ERP

MS Office

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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' 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 SCA sources and procures specialized goods and services for NGDS Weapon Systems, owns contractual management for 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, Long‑Term Pricing Agreements, and other GSC related contractual documents.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating terms & conditions for complex, high‑value 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 end‑users.
• 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 cradle‑to‑grave subcontract lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with all FAR/DFARS/public‑law requirements and company policies.
• Identify cost‑saving 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 Six Sigma for continuous improvement.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex subcontract agreements, NDAs, MOAs, teaming agreements, and Long‑Term Pricing Agreements.
• Conduct market research, cost/price analysis, and KPI tracking; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate import/export operations with trade‑compliance and logistics teams.
• Proven experience writing HOA agreements, Long‑Term Pricing Agreements, and negotiating terms and conditions for high‑value 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 close‑out; drafting HOA & Long‑Term Pricing Agreements; negotiating terms & conditions; supplier performance management; cost/price analysis; market research.
• Working‑level 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 >$100 M; 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 performance‑based payments).
• Knows how to perform Price Cost Analysis
• Proven ability to lead/mentor other SCAs in preparing Teaming Agreements, MOUs, and Long‑Term Pricing Agreements.
• Experience reviewing subcontract packages from peers or junior Subcontract Administrators.

Why Join?

You’ll support classified, top‑priority defense programs, work alongside a diverse, high‑performing team, and enjoy clear pathways for professional growth within Northrop Grumman’s Global Supply Chain.

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

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.