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Northrop Grumman · 1 week ago

Sr Principal International Subcontracts Administrator - R10218102

Los Angeles, CA

Contract

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$118K/yr - $176K/yr

9+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements with a focus on revolutionary systems that impact lives globally. They are seeking a Senior Principal International Subcontracts Administrator to manage the full subcontract lifecycle for international suppliers, ensuring compliance with regulations and building strong relationships with stakeholders.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manage the full "cradle-to-grave" subcontract lifecycle for international suppliers, including proposal support, source selection, negotiation, award, administration, and closeout

Draft, review, and negotiate complex subcontract agreements (Experience working with different contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M, etc.), non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), memorandums of agreement, and teaming agreements, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

Conduct market research to identify potential subcontractors and assess their capabilities and reliability

Serve as the primary point of contact for international suppliers regarding contractual matters, building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships

Conduct comprehensive cost and price analysis to ensure fair and reasonable pricing for all procurements

Monitor subcontractor performance against contract terms, milestones, and key performance indicators (KPIs), implementing corrective actions and risk mitigation strategies as needed

Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Program Managers, Business Development, Legal, Finance, Logistics, Engineering) to ensure seamless execution of subcontracts and alignment with program objectives

Maintain accurate, audit-ready subcontract files and documentation in compliance with company procedures and government regulations

Ensure smooth import/export operations by coordinating with the international trade compliance and logistics teams and ensuring all required documentation is processed correctly

Qualification

Subcontracts administrationGovernment contracting regulationsNegotiation skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteERP systemsAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsIndependent work

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field with at least 12 years professional experience, Master's with at least 9 years of professional experience; extensive equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Minimum of 5 years experience in subcontracts administration or procurement, with a strong emphasis on international suppliers/contracts

Demonstrated experience with government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS) and a strong understanding of compliance requirements such as ITAR/EAR

Proven experience negotiating complex terms and conditions with international entities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex contractual issues to diverse audiences

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience using procurement or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., Costpoint, SAP)

Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and adapt to evolving regulatory landscapes