FMS Contracts Lead – Patriot Program

RTX; Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX's Land and Air Defense Systems (LADS) unit seeks a Principal Specialist, Contracts to manage DoD/FMS contracts in the Patriot program. You will coordinate with Program Management, Office of General Counsel, and cross-functional teams to ensure contract execution and alignment with policy.

The role requires 5+ years’ experience with US Government contracts under FAR/DFARS, strong negotiation and risk management, and the ability to build trusted relationships with customers.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent with 5+ years of experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience working with US Government contracts under FAR/DFARS.
• Experience in Contracts Administration, Program Management, Finance, Legal, Subcontracts, Supply Chain or Procurement.

Responsibilities

• Provide contract management to meet customer obligations and company objectives.
• Analyze RFPs, develop proposals, negotiate terms and execute contracts.
• Communicate with internal/external customers to influence decisions and resolve issues.
• Guide management on contractual rights/obligations and mitigate risks.
• Some travel may be required (2–4 times per year).

Skills

Contract management

Program management

Negotiation

Legal compliance

Subcontracts

Procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Advanced degree

Job description

RTX's Land and Air Defense Systems (LADS) unit seeks a Principal Specialist, Contracts to manage DoD/FMS contracts in the Patriot program. You will coordinate with Program Management, Office of General Counsel, and cross-functional teams to ensure contract execution and alignment with policy.

The role requires 5+ years’ experience with US Government contracts under FAR/DFARS, strong negotiation and risk management, and the ability to build trusted relationships with customers.