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

Are you a contracts professional who thrives in the grey? Do you see opportunities where others see roadblocks?

Northrop Grumman is on the hunt to find a Senior Contracts Specialist to lead new business contract development/implementation for some of the most critical defence programs in Australia. Including Superhornet sustainment, Space Capability and Advanced Weapons Systems.

This isn’t a box ticking role. This is for the strategic thinker. The calculated risktaker, the commercial mind who can operate with autonomy and influence outcomes.

What you’ll be doing:

• Navigating ambiguity and thinking strategically in grey space environments.
• Support and provide input as required into gate activities.
•  Lead and support the resolution of contractual conflicts, claims and issues.
• Provide sound, risk-based advice and input at all stages of the capture activities including proposal planning, NGA solution development, and bid response.

What we Offer:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave.
• Flexible Working Options including - Hybrid Working, 9-day Fortnights, 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.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Ability to obtain and hold a AGSVA security clearance.
• Tertiary education in Law or business, or equivalent experience.
• Strong defence contracting experience (DEFCON exposure is highly regarded)
• Collaborative, outgoing and confident communicator.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please 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