Subcontracts Specialist

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: AU-Protected (Baseline)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

Help shape the future of Defence capability in Australia.

At Northrop Grumman Australia, we do work that matters — delivering advanced Defence capability and supporting Australia’s national security. We're planning to launch multiple Subcontract Specialist opportunities in mid-July 2026, and we're seeking expressions of interest from experienced procurement and commercial professionals who would like to be considered early.

If you're interested in leading complex subcontracting activities that support some of Australia's most significant Defence programs and future business opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Opportunity

Based in Fortitude Valley QLD or Symonston ACT with flexible hybrid working arrangements, the opportunity will see you play a key role in supporting our Future Business and Captures portfolio.

Working closely with program teams, suppliers and business leaders, you'll contribute to the development and implementation of strategic sourcing plans, leading new market approaches to establish supplier solutions that position Northrop Grumman Australia and Defence for future success.

You may be involved in:

Leading complex source-to-contract activities including developing and executing sourcing strategies and drafting and managing RFx processes, evaluation and contract negotiations

Building strong supplier relationships and driving supplier performance outcomes

Supporting Australian Industry Capability (AIC) outcomes

Ensuring compliance with Defence and company requirements

Contributing to continuous improvement across supply chain functions

About You

We're interested in hearing from professionals who bring:

Experience in subcontracting, procurement, commercial or contract roles within Defence or a similarly complex environment

Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement skills

Experience drafting, negotiating and managing subcontracts or contracts

The ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

An AGSVA security clearance (or the ability to obtain and maintain one)

Knowledge of Defence contracting frameworks including ASDEFCON (desirable)

Tertiary qualifications in Business, Law, Commerce or a related discipline (desirable)

Why Register Your Interest?

By submitting an Expression of Interest, you'll be among the first candidates considered when the role formally opens in July 2026.

You'll also have the opportunity to:

Connect early with our Talent Acquisition team

Learn more about the role and our future growth plans

Be considered as opportunities become available

Join an organisation that invests in professional development, flexibility and employee wellbeing

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

Register your interest today and be part of the team helping deliver the next generation of Defence capability.

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