Expand your horizons, advance your career, and help shape the future of space exploration as a Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist – Level 4 with Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector in Aurora, CO.
In this critical role you will drive the execution of Ground Enterprise Systems (GES) subcontracts and lead proposal‑capture activities, coordinating major proposal preparations in response to diverse customer Requests for Proposals. Your work will provide cross‑functional collaboration and visibility with sector and corporate leadership, directly contributing to Northrop Grumman’s growth strategy and its mission to solve the toughest challenges in space.
This role is a full-time, on-site position, offers a 9/80 Alternate Work Schedule, giving you every other Friday off to support work-life balance while pursuing innovation in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Supplier Evaluation, Approval, and Performance Monitoring: Conduct thorough supplier vetting and qualification processes to align with company policies and program requirements, and monitor supplier performance to ensure quality, reliability, and adherence to schedules.
Subcontract Management: Lead all pre-award and post-award subcontract activities, including drafting Requests for Proposals (RFPs), negotiating terms, issuing subcontracts, managing changes, validating invoices, and closing out subcontracts.
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Contractual Agreements: Work closely with internal stakeholders to finalize Statements of Work (SOWs) and material specifications, and draft agreements such as Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Teaming Agreements, and Bailment Agreements to meet program needs.
Compliance and Ethical Procurement: Ensure strict adherence to public laws, company policies, import/export regulations, and flow-down clauses while upholding high standards of procurement integrity and ethical business practices.
Process Improvement and Cost Management: Continuously refining processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, mitigate risks, and drive program success, while implementing strategies to optimize cost savings and reduce supplier-related risks.
Employee Training and Material Support: Conduct professional training sessions for employees to support team development and assist in documenting material receipt and property management activities to maintain compliance and accuracy.
This role requires exceptional organizational, negotiation, and communication skills, as well as a commitment to excellence and collaboration as you will be the only subcontract representative at Aurora, CO location as rest of the subcontract team is in Redondo Beach, CA.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience in supply chain, subcontracts, logistics or other relevant experience. Or lieu of a degree, 12 years of experience in supply chain, subcontracts, logistics or other relevant experience.
Must have a current and active Top-Secret clearance and/or SCI with Polygraph.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficiency with SAP Business Management Software, including the ability to generate purchase orders in compliance with all applicable requirements and conduct peer reviews of pre-award and pre-audit purchase orders.
Demonstrated experience working with the U.S. Government, which represent the primary customer base for this role.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 8 years relevant experience OR 12 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
- Current and active Top Secret clearance and/or SCI with Polygraph
- Experience in supply chain, subcontracts, or logistics
- Exceptional organizational, negotiation, and communication skills
- U.S. Citizenship (required for positions with government clearance)
- Proficiency with SAP Business Management Software (generate purchase orders, peer reviews)
- Demonstrated experience working with the U.S. Government
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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