At Northrop Grumman Australia, we do work that matters — delivering advanced Defence capability and supporting Australia’s national security. We’re seeking an experienced Senior Subcontracts Specialist to join our growing team to deliver strategic procurement outcomes for our Future Business portfolio.
The role:
Reporting to the Senior Manager Supply Chain, you’ll lead complex source to contract activities in support of captures across a multitude of Defence Capabilities. Working closely with program teams, leaders and suppliers, you’ll develop sourcing strategies, draft and execute RFx processes, evaluate, negotiate and award subcontracts, while ensuring compliance with Defence and company requirements.
You’ll also play a key role in managing supplier performance, contribute to functional continuous improvement activities and support a focus on Australian Industry Capability (AIC) outcomes, contributing to sustainable and mission‑focused supply chain solutions.
About you:
You’re a commercially astute professional who thrives in complex defence bid environments, balancing pace with rigor to deliver compliant, competitive outcomes.
You’ll bring:
An AGSVA NV1 security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one
Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in subcontracting or a similar commercial role within the Defence Industry
Strong experience sourcing, drafting, negotiating and managing complex subcontracts
Sound commercial judgement and confident stakeholder engagement skills
Knowledge of ASDEFCON contracting frameworks
Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
Tertiary qualification in Business, Law or a related discipline (desirable)
Join a team that does the right thing, delivers on its promises and works together to pioneer solutions to some of the world’s most complex challenges.
What we offer:
Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.
Professional development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
Salary packaging including novated car leases and the option to purchase additional annual leave
Flexible working options, including hybrid working, 9 day fortnights, volunteer leave and varying start and finish times to suit your family needs
18 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid reservist leave
We offer all employees access to our Health & Wellbeing program and Employee Assistance program
Employee Discount Program
Employee Recognition Program
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact [email protected]
*As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification
