Senior Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman,
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Senior Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is hybrid, reporting in-office every week in El Segundo, California.
Able to accommodate an in office schedule.
9/80 shift with every other Friday off
Opportunities for occasional travel
About the Role
~2 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.
Basic Qualifications ( Sr. Principal Subcontract Specialist):
Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 8 years’ experience OR a master's degree with a minimum of 6 years’ experience in Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, Finance, or Program/Project Management
A minimum of 12 years' combined experience in Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, Finance or Program/Project Management experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience with SAP/MRP or related business application software
Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and Program Special Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs
Requirements
~2 min readWorking knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations.
Supplier selection/management experience on US Government contract(s).
Experience working within a government approved purchasing system
Familiarity with NGAS subcontracting terms and conditions.
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- First seen
- October 5, 2026
- Last seen
- October 5, 2026
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- October 5, 2026
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