Contracts Manager - Government Contracts (Hybrid)

globalhr; Rainbow (CT); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is seeking a Contracts Manager for Government Contracts in Windsor Locks, CT. This hybrid role will involve forming and administering complex contracts, advising senior leaders on legal strategy, and guiding contract compliance across business units.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in government contracting, FAR experience, and the ability to negotiates terms while mitigating risk.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Propose, negotiate, and execute contracts of moderate to high complexity.
• Review contractual documents, terms and conditions, lead contract flow down processes and other contract administration tasks.
• Summarize contractual issues, research compliance matters, interpret regulations, identify risks, advise on IP concerns and formulate and present recommendations.
• Draft formal correspondence to address contractual matters and aid in dispute resolution.
• Support audits and customer requests, as needed.
• Leading, preparing, and presenting a variety of review packages to senior leadership internally and to customers.
• Respond to customer inquiries in a timely and efficient manner; participate in internal and external customer meetings and reviews.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University Degree

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-15

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Contracts Manager - Government Contracts (Hybrid)

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Collins Aerospace Environmental and Airframe Control Systems (EACS) is currently seeking a highly self-motivated individual to join our team working in a hands-on, collaborative environment.This position is for an experienced contracts professional with solid experience in the formation and administration of contracts. This person will manage complex contracts, recommend legal strategy in support of business interests, and communicate and influence senior functional leaders regarding matters ofsignificant importance.

This is a dynamic working position supporting a significant value stream within the Power & Controls strategic business unit of Collins Aerospace with opportunities for exposure to senior levels of management and continued career development.The ideal candidate would be a hybrid employee out of Windsor Locks, CT.

What You Will Do:

• Propose, negotiate, and execute contracts of moderate to high complexity.
• Review contractual documents, review terms and conditions, lead contract flow down processes and other contract administration tasks.
• Summarize contractual issues, research compliance matters, interpret regulations, identify risks, advise on intellectual property concerns and formulate and present recommendations.
• Draft formal correspondence to address contractual matters and aid in dispute resolution.
• Support special projects and process improvements events, as needed.
• Support audits and customer requests, as needed.
• Leading, preparing, and presenting a variety of review packages to senior leadership internally and to customers
• Adhere to, comply with standard work processes.
• Respond to customer inquiries in a timely and efficient manner. Participate in internal and external customer meetings and reviews.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Contracts experience
• Government Contracting
• FAR 15 and FAR 12 experience
• Commercial Item Determination experience

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• Eligible for relocation assistance
• And more!

Hybrid:

Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader..

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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