Principal/Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist
Quick Summary
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman,
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Subcontract Specialist / Senior Principal Subcontract Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals onsite in Melbourne, FL.
This is an opportunity to join a team on the cutting edge of tomorrow’s defense technologies. Work onsite in a collaborative and dynamic environment where new challenges are the norm! On-site in Melbourne you will have the opportunity to support our nation’s top-priority programs, developing and building solutions for our country.
About the Role
~1 min readResponsible for subcontract sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, administration, and closeout phases
Assesses supplier performance and regularly communicates feedback to Supplier Leadership
Manages supplier performance throughout the subcontracting lifecycle
Ensures compliance with all FAR, DFARS and public law requirements, as well as company policies and procedures
Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations
Cultivates and maintains strong working relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders
Contributes to Program Risk and Opportunity management
Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced, on-Site work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels.
This position may be filled at a level 3 or level 4.
Requirements
~3 min readBachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 years’ experience OR a Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Subcontracts, Contracts, Procurement, Project/Program Management
A minimum of 9 years combined experience in one or more of the following: Subcontracts, Contracts, Procurement, Project/Program Management may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience with SAP or related business application software
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance within a reasonable amount of time deemed by business needs
Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 8 years combined experience OR a Master's degree with a minimum of 6 years of experience in Subcontracts, Contracts, Procurement, Project/Program Management
A minimum of 12 years combined experience in one or more of the following: Subcontracts, Contracts, Procurement, Project/Program Management may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience with SAP or related business application software
Experience with FAR/DFAR
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance within a reasonable amount of time deemed by business needs
Master’s degree in Supply Chain
Experience working on high dollar development Subcontracts (i.e., $100M Cost Reimbursable Preferred)
Negotiating skills with contracts in excess of $100 million
Previous Team Lead or Management experience
Experience conducting oral presentations to senior leadership
Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
Previous Control Account Manager (CAM) experience or training
Working Level Knowledge of Business Law
Risk Mitigation experience
Change Management experience.
Active DoD Secret Clearance
Location & Eligibility
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- October 3, 2026
- Last seen
- October 3, 2026
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