Senior Maritime Contracts Leader – Defense Programs

Raytheon Australia; Canberra; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon Australia is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to lead and execute delivery across the Maritime Systems Product Line. Based in Canberra with flexibility for other major Australian cities, the role covers proposals, negotiations, and contract governance for large national programs.

You will engage with leadership, customers, and suppliers to ensure contract performance, policy compliance, and risk management.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Commerce or Law with relevant experience in contracts and governance.
• Experience in commercial negotiations and building customer/supplier relationships.
• Knowledge of ASDEFCON contracting models and defence frameworks.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain NV1 security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead Contracts professionals across the Maritime Systems Product Line.
• Provide commercial advice and develop commercial solutions within a compliance framework.
• Draft, review and negotiate complex commercial agreements with stakeholders.
• Contribute to bid and proposal activities and manage commercial elements of bids.

Skills

Commercial negotiations

Team player

Problem solving

NV1 eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Commerce/Law

Job description

Raytheon Australia is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to lead and execute delivery across the Maritime Systems Product Line. Based in Canberra with flexibility for other major Australian cities, the role covers proposals, negotiations, and contract governance for large national programs.

You will engage with leadership, customers, and suppliers to ensure contract performance, policy compliance, and risk management.