Principal/SR Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal/Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to join our Global Supply Chain team of qualified, diverse individuals. Location: Onsite in Redondo Beach, CA Schedule: 9/80 work schedule – with every other Friday OFF! Extras: Opportunities for occasional travel and excellent career growth potential About the role: Source and procure complex, specialized goods and services. Owns contractual management for the supplier. Responsible for subcontract sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, administration and closeout phases. Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as legal, contracts, finance, planning, operations, program management, engineering, and quality. As part of a cross-functional team, candidate will monitor and manage schedule, cost, technical and quality performance of suppliers in support of US Government programs. Subcontract Specialists will interface with supplier leadership teams to motivate and drive excellence in performance of contractual requirements. Senior Principal Specialists will additionally be responsible for providing subcontracting process and compliance requirements guidance to junior Subcontract Specialists, Supplier Management Teams and Integrated Product Team Leads. Provides subject matter expertise in all aspects of supplier and subcontract management. Works under general direction toward long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated. Performs independently with minimal management oversight. This position may be filled at a level 3 or level 4. Essential Functions: Responsible for subcontract sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, administration and closeout phases 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 Self-Starter with a bias toward action and problem solving Strong written and verbal communicator Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement Basic Qualifications (Principal level): Bachelor’s Degree with at least 5 years of experience, a master’s degree with at least 3 years' experience OR 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Experience must be in subcontracts management, contracts management, proposal price/cost analysis, procurement, program management, advanced planning/MRP, and/or strategic sourcing. Experience with SAP or related business application software. Familiarity with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the business Basic Qualifications (Sr Principal): Bachelor’s Degree with at least 8 years of experience, a master’s degree with at least 6 years of experience OR 12 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Experience must be in subcontracts management, contracts management, proposal price/cost analysis, procurement, program management, advanced planning/MRP, and/or strategic sourcing. Experience with SAP or related business application software. Familiarity with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and DFARS. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the business Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations. Supplier selection/management experience on US Government contract(s). Subcontracting experience with aircraft production and/or sustainment programs. Experience working within a government approved purchasing system. Experience working in foreign subcontracts and/or ITAR/EAR experience. Familiarity with NGAS Subcontracting terms and conditions.