Senior Subcontracts Specialist

Posted:
2/3/2026, 8:29:49 AM

Location(s):
Queensland, Australia ⋅ Fortitude Valley, Queensland, Australia

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Finance & Banking

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

As the Senior Subcontracts Specialist you will work to deliver optimal sourcing and subcontract management outcomes, conducting complex sourcing activities, developing tender packages including drafting of appropriate terms and conditions, evaluation, negotiation, award and management of assigned subcontracts. As the SME in your field you will provide expert guidance and counsel to NGA senior leaders and others regarding procurement and subcontract matters, formulating strategies aligned with the relevant program.

About You:  

To be successful in this role, you will provide: 

  • Tertiary qualification in Business and/or Law 

  • Experience in a Senior Subcontract role or similar commercial role in Aerospace and Defence Industry  

  • Knowledge with export controlled and security regulations  

  • Proven commercial acumen with subcontract drafting experience and exposure to contract law  

  • Knowledge of the flow down of ASDEFCON suite of contract documents  
     

What we Offer: 

We have built our benefits to help you define your possible.  

  • 18 weeks paid parental leave  

  • Flexible Working Options including - Hybrid Working, 9-day Fortnights, Volunteer leave, Varying start and Finish times to suit your family needs. 

  • 2 Weeks Paid Reservist leave  

  • Health, Wellbeing and Generous Employee discount programs 

  • Additional purchased annual and salary packaging option  

  • Ongoing career progression opportunities- leadership development, education support, ongoing career growth through internal movement  


Want to learn more? 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 

Northrop Grumman

Website: https://northropgrumman.com/

Headquarter Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1994

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Grant

Industries: Data Integration ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Remote Sensing ⋅ Security ⋅ Software