RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and Cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Mission System Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our inclusive team as either a Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Administrator. As a member of our team*,* you'll be crucial to missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is located full time onsite in our Salt Lake City, UT office. We will consider a full time remote opportunity for the right candidate.

What You Will Get To Do:Job Description:Participating in strategic sourcing decisions and developing teaming agreements

Preparing requests for proposal consistent with customer solicitations and corporate policies and procedures

Analyzing and evaluating proposal responses, ensuring that risks and mitigation strategies are identified

Developing negotiation plans

Finalizing subcontract terms and conditions

Prepare justifications and negotiation memorandums and documenting files in preparation for internal and external audits by applying Northrop Grumman values, policies, procedures, and practices

Serve as the primary point of contact for international suppliers regarding contractual matters, building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships.

Conduct comprehensive cost and price analysis to ensure fair and reasonable pricing for all procurements.

Monitor subcontractor performance against contract terms, milestones, and key performance indicators (KPIs), implementing corrective actions and risk mitigation strategies as needed.

Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Program Managers, Business Development, Legal, Finance, Logistics, Engineering) to ensure seamless execution of subcontracts and alignment with program objectives.

Maintain accurate, audit-ready subcontract files and documentation in compliance with company procedures and government regulations.

Ensure smooth import/export operations by coordinating with the international trade compliance and logistics teams and ensuring all required documentation is processed correctly.

Responsibilities also include metrics, reporting, forecasting, and administering subcontracts from requirements development through closeout. Ability to collaborate with program managers and other multi-functional teams is a must to ensure delivery of compliant products and services within the technical parameters, cost, and schedules required.
Successful candidate will be required to make decisions in a timely manner, multi-task, have strong interpersonal skills, thorough knowledge of FAR/DFARs, as well as the temperament to work in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications:Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Supply Chain Subcontracts Administrator:Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of professional experience in Subcontracts Management or Contracts Administration; 6+ years of experience with a Master's.

Experience using MS Office suite:

Experience with SAP:

Must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance

A minimum of 3 years of experience in administering high dollar value Subcontracts

A minimum of 3 years of experience in working Proposals, Captures, Acquisitions

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

Active Secret Clearance:

Demonstrated strong leadership skills as well as the ability to multi-task in a challenging environment

Professional experience in a regulated industry; to include Aerospace & Defense

SAP experience

Knowledge of FAR/DFAR

What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Primary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $160,200.00The 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.