Subcontracts Officer

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** --------------- **Your role:** Be part of a team that helps deliver critical capability to the Australian Defence Force. As a Contract Specialist, you'll work closely with Program Managers, Commercial Managers and key stakeholders to support the successful delivery of Defence contracts and commercial outcomes. In this role, you will: * Support the administration and management of Defence contracts throughout the contract lifecycle. * Coordinate contract deliverables, customer correspondence, reports and governance requirements. * Develop contract change proposals and ad hoc services submissions. * Maintain accurate contract records, registers and management tools. * Build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders to support program success. * Contribute to contract reviews, continuous improvement initiatives and compliance activities. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your commercial career while contributing to programs that support Australia's defence and security. **About you:** You are a proactive and detail-oriented contracts professional who enjoys collaborating with others, managing competing priorities and delivering quality outcomes. You'll bring: * A degree in Business, Law or a related discipline. * Experience in contract administration or commercial support. * Strong communication, planning and organisational skills. * The ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. * Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel. Experience within Defence. _Defence industry, ASDEFCON contracting or aviation environments will be highly regarded. Eligibility to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence security clearance is essential._ At Northrop Grumman, you'll join a team that's united by purpose, committed to innovation, and proud to deliver technology and capability that matters. **What do 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. For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact [[email protected]](mailto:[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._**