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

We’re seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to play a key role supporting Program delivery within Northrop Grumman Australia’s Defence portfolio.

In this role, you’ll partner closely with Program leadership to provide commercial oversight, contract guidance, and risk-balanced advice, ensuring delivery of Sustainment and Through Life Support (TLS) services to the Commonwealth.

You’ll also contribute to shaping contract scope through Survey & Quote (S&Q;) activities and Contract Change Proposals (CCPs), helping drive program success while managing commercial risk.

At Northrop Grumman Australia, you’ll be part of a team delivering critical Defence capabilities, working on meaningful programs that make a real-world impact.

We offer:

- The chance to influence complex, high-value Defence contracts

- A collaborative environment focused on shared success and accountability

- Leadership opportunities within program delivery teams

- A culture built on integrity, inclusion and performance excellence

What you’ll be doing

- Provide commercial and contractual advice to support program outcomes

- Lead or support contract change proposals, including negotiation and drafting

- Prepare and deliver S&Qs;, contract deliverables, and notifications

- Support key contract reviews (e.g. cost and performance reviews)

- Oversee delivery of services to ensure alignment with contracted scope

- Manage contractual disputes, claims,



and issues

- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and Commonwealth representatives

- Contribute as part of the Program Senior Leadership Team

What we’re looking for

You’re a commercially astute professional who thrives in complex Defence environments and can balance customer outcomes with business risk.
You will bring:

- Degree or Diploma in Business, Contract Law, or equivalent experience

- Experience in contract management within Defence, ideally using ASDEFCON templates

- Demonstrated experience preparing CCPs and S&Qs;

- Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to achieve win-win outcomes

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving capability

- Experience leading or mentoring small teams

- A proactive, collaborative approach and strong stakeholder engagement skills

What we offer

- 18 weeks paid parental leave

- Versatile working options – hybrid working, 9‑day fortnights, volunteer leave, flexible start and finish times

- 2 weeks paid Reservist leave

- Health, wellbeing and generous employee discount programs

- Additional purchased annual leave and salary packaging options

- Ongoing career progression opportunities, including leadership development, education support and internal mobility

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

📌 Contract Manager (Australia)
🏢 Recognized
📍 Australia