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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a **Principal** **Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist** to join our Global Supply Chain team of qualified, diverse individuals in **San Diego, CA.** + **Location** : **_ONSITE_** in San Diego, CA + **Schedule:** 9/80 work schedule - with every other Friday OFF! + **Extras:** Opportunities for occasional travel and excellent career growth potential Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. **_This role requires full-time onsite support. No Remote or Hybrid opportunity available._** **Essential Functions:** 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. **Responsibilities:** + 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 + Managing Subcontracts that require Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Thresholds (TCOPD) + 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 Multi-tasking skills + Proficient in Microsoft Office, predominantly Word, Excel, and PPT. + Strong written and verbal communicator + Ability to support full time in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) + Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement **Basic Qualifications:** + Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience, Masters in 3 years of experience or High School Diploma/Equivalent with 9 years of experience. + Experience must be in Subcontracts, Procurement or other related supply chain experience + Knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations + Experience with SAP or another similar purchasing program + Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret security clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time deemed by Company needs. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement + Experience with management of high dollar subcontract or complex subcontracts + Active clearance Salary Range: $91,200.00 - $136,800.00 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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