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Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist

Lensa
Sterling, VA Contractor
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2026
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our inclusive team.

As a Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist - Level 3 (Principal) for our Space Superiority Division, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

Position is onsite in Dulles, VA . Telecommuting is not available for this position. No relocation assistance will be provided.

The selected candidate will be part of Global Supply Chain (GSC) proposals department. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Developing GSC proposal strategy for each capture, evaluating prime solicitation and determining applicable flow-downs to be incorporated into a supplier’s Request for Proposal
  • Issuance of Request for Proposals to comply with company policies and prime solicitation requirements, proposal evaluation and identification of any risk that needs to be mitigated,
  • Preparation of price and/or cost analysis, pre-negotiation plans, supplier negotiations, preparation of proposal review/approval to various levels of executives,
  • Preparation of various proposal narratives, such as Supply Chain Management Plan, Supply Chain Risk Management Plan (SCRM)and any other unique GSC requirements that will need to be incorporated into proposal submission.
  • Close collaboration/coordination with all functional areas and adhering to proposal schedule deadlines.

Basic Qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience in contracts, supply chain, or procurement. Or in lieu of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience in contracts, supply chain, or procurement.
  • Knowledge of government acquisition process with a strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency supplements, such as Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), NASA (NFS).
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous proposal experience is desirable.
  • Self-starter with problem solving skills.
  • Ability to mentor other subcontract professionals of varying levels of experience.

Primary Level 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

Salary : $91,200 - $136,800

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