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Manager of Subcontracts 2

Redondo Beach, CA

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: 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 collaborative teams. As a Manager of Subcontracts 2, located in Redondo Beach, CA, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.       
This position is contingent upon capturing program award(s) as well as obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding prior to start date.
   
As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, champion excellence, and embrace change. 
Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, coach, guide, motivate, challenge, train, and support team of subcontract administrators

• Communication within GSC, Division, Program and business areas of procurement status and issues

• Direct Supervision of staff, assigning work priorities and daily assignments necessary to support the program objectives

• Provide direction to the team to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, the work will be conducted in an IPT/SMT environment to ensure all aspects of the subcontract - cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance in support of program requirements and commitments are met

• Co-locate with a multi-functional team and work closely with them to manage a portfolio of critical and complex subcontracts

• Manage a team responsible for development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services

• Prepare bid packages, conducts bidder conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts

• Negotiate and coordinate additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts

• Collaborate with Contract Administration and Purchasing to develop subcontracts policies and procedures

• Prepare and present executive level presentations

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of Supply Chain management, Subcontract management experience and/or Contract management experience, plus some leadership/management experience; 6+ years with a Master's or JD degree

• Experience leading a team/process/project

• Working knowledge of SAP and/or Costpoint

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret/SCI security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with multiple contracting formats, including Firm Fixed Price and Cost Reimbursable, possess knowledge relating to special payment provisions (progress or performance-based payments).

• Experience with the proposal process, pricing instructions, terms and conditions and determine the adequacy of supplier proposals received

• Experience managing suppliers or subcontractors with various program management techniques and tools, e.g., EVMS, IMS, RTGs, etc.

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: 
[https://www.northropgrumman.com/space](https://www.northropgrumman.com/space)
Primary Level Salary Range: $146,600.00 - $219,800.00The 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.PDN-a0723bea-49bf-49b6-862f-55d34a81e844
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: 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 collaborative teams. As a Manager of Subcontracts 2, located in Redondo Beach, CA, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.       
This position is contingent upon capturing program award(s) as well as obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding prior to start date.
   
As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, champion excellence, and embrace change. 
Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, coach, guide, motivate, challenge, train, and support team of subcontract administrators

• Communication within GSC, Division, Program and business areas of procurement status and issues

• Direct Supervision of staff, assigning work priorities and daily assignments necessary to support the program objectives

• Provide direction to the team to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, the work will be conducted in an IPT/SMT environment to ensure all aspects of the subcontract - cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance in support of program requirements and commitments are met

• Co-locate with a multi-functional team and work closely with them to manage a portfolio of critical and complex subcontracts

• Manage a team responsible for development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services

• Prepare bid packages, conducts bidder conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts

• Negotiate and coordinate additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts

• Collaborate with Contract Administration and Purchasing to develop subcontracts policies and procedures

• Prepare and present executive level presentations

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of Supply Chain management, Subcontract management experience and/or Contract management experience, plus some leadership/management experience; 6+ years with a Master's or JD degree

• Experience leading a team/process/project

• Working knowledge of SAP and/or Costpoint

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret/SCI security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with multiple contracting formats, including Firm Fixed Price and Cost Reimbursable, possess knowledge relating to special payment provisions (progress or performance-based payments).

• Experience with the proposal process, pricing instructions, terms and conditions and determine the adequacy of supplier proposals received

• Experience managing suppliers or subcontractors with various program management techniques and tools, e.g., EVMS, IMS, RTGs, etc.

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: 
[https://www.northropgrumman.com/space](https://www.northropgrumman.com/space)
Primary Level Salary Range: $146,600.00 - $219,800.00The 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.PDN-a0723bea-49bf-49b6-862f-55d34a81e844

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip out customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our nearly 100,000 employees contribute to launching the technology of tomorrow, today.

© 2025 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.

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Manager of Subcontracts 2
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