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[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Maryland-Linthicum/Sr-Principal-Supply-Chain-Subcontract-Specialist_R10257998) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Northrop Grumman](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) / Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist ## Job description ### RELOCATION ASSISTANCE No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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. Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced and motivated professional for the role of Senior Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist (Band 4) with experiences in supply chain management, or related fields, to include business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, or manufacturing. The successful applicant will become a part of Northrop Grumman’s Category Management Team (CMT) within the Mission Systems Sector, which is engaged throughout all aspects of the core technologies used within our major systems. This position can be located in Linthicum, MD, or Rolling Meadows, IL, or Woodland Hills, CA, or San Diego, CA on a hybrid schedule. ### Key Responsibilities Responsibilities will encompass the full range of the subcontract acquisition process including preparation and execution of a mixed portfolio of subcontracts while ensuring compliance to company policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will understand the buyer and the seller roles in establishing mutually successful business arrangements, with experiences in work specifications and solicitations/bid packages, proposal evaluation, price and term negotiations, development of contractual documentation and post award administration. Candidates must be able to make sound decisions in a timely manner, display strong interpersonal skills, and have an agile perspective of compliance protocol mandated by regulated industry. Within the CMT organization the candidate will support a team-based organization and perform activities in a variety of cross-functional areas including but not limited to strategic analysis, complex negotiations, materials planning, procurement execution/award, finance, and internal customer service. Ideal candidates are generally experienced in one or more areas of the procurement or contractual function(s), developing business relationships, and demonstrating an affinity for working with, or understanding both manufacturing and technology. This position is responsible for executing major procurement activities and providing contractual support and documentation to suppliers in support of proposals and programs. #MPR #GSCCMP Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 8 years in Supply Chain Management, Subcontracts/Procurement, Program/Project Management, Manufacturing/Operations, Customer Service, or Business Management or a Master’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years, of experience in Supply Chain Management, Subcontracts/Procurement, Program/Project Management, Manufacturing/Operations, Customer Service, or Business Management Experience in MS Office suite US Citizenship Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance Preferred Qualifications: SAP experience Experience at government contractors Experience with FAR/DFAR Experience with multiple contracting formats, including Firm Fixed Price and/or Cost Reimbursable Experience with Long Term Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and Overriding Terms and Conditions. ### Negotiation experience Primary Level Salary Range $112,200.00 - $176,300.00 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](http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO). U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 28, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Nov 1, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 1, 2026 - Listed for: 4 days - Location: United States-Maryland-Linthicum +3 more - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $112,200.00 - $176,300.00[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Maryland-Linthicum/Sr-Principal-Supply-Chain-Subcontract-Specialist_R10257998) ## More jobs at Northrop Grumman ### [(SkillBridge) Supply Chain Planning Specialist – Level 4](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/ded5d4efc124f15cbaac/) United States-Utah-Corinne +1 more ### [2026 Associate Logistics Planner/Logistics Planner](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/691d113063567e933aad/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [2027 Associate Logistics Planner/Logistics Planner](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/624904b60ffe5a1b39b2/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [2027 Associate Supply Chain Planning Specialist - Elkton MD](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/7d1a86c9c4e64f14c225/) United States-Maryland-Elkton ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Supply Chain - Subcontract Administration - E2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/ff6a188f8a064900c12e/) Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, TX ### [Supply Chain - Subcontract Administration - Level 2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/add6ed6ef73df9c9a766/) Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, TX ### [Principal, Application Development & Maintenance (SAP - Supply Chain)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cardinal-health/jobs/2808b92948b70343c807/) Cardinal Health · International ### [Supply Chain Program Lead Senior Principal – Electronics](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/93fa5d39a58276920f24/) BAE Systems · Westminster, Colorado, United States ### [Principal Data Scientist - Supply Chain Network Planning and Design](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/target/jobs/c16e4aa51f9dd672686d/) Target · Minneapolis, MN OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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