Manager, Contracts (Onsite)

Raytheon; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 107,500 - 204,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On bonus

Relocation Assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a Manager, Contracts in the Air Dominance product line within the Air & Space Defense Systems unit. The role focuses on front-end assessment of pursuits, proposal prep, contract negotiation, and customer management under FAR/DFARS and DoW requirements.

The ideal candidate will lead multi-contract negotiations, interface with Prime Contracting Officers, and ensure compliance with regulations while driving favorable business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Requires a university degree or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred.
• Active and transferable Secret U.S. Government clearance is required prior to start date.
• Experience with FAR/DFARS and related government regulations.
• Experience in contracts, subcontracts, procurement, acquisitions, or supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Review RFPs, structure deals, negotiate terms, and interface with customers (virtual and in-person).
• Advise leadership on contractual rights and obligations and mitigate risks.
• Manage multiple contracts as primary interface with customer PCOs.
• Conduct negotiations to maximize bookings, sales, cash, and profit.
• Work independently while seeking leadership review when needed.
• Handle routine and complex contract and proposal activities and respond to quick-turn requirements.
• Draft complex letters communicating Raytheon's position and travel to facilities as needed.

Skills

Security clearance

FAR/DFARS experience

Contract management

Leadership

Education

University degree

Advanced degree

Job description

• Date Posted: 2026-07-23


• Country: United States of America


• Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-848 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 848


• Position Role Type: Onsite


• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance


• Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current


• Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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.

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Contracts in the Air Dominance (AD) product line within the Air & Space Defense Systems strategic business unit. The person in this role will be a strategic member of the AD Contracts team, who will manage front-end assessment of business pursuits, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer relationship management within company policies, acquisition regulations, and customer requirements/specifications for various types of United Sates Government (USG) Depart of War (DoW) contracts.

What You Will Do

• Review request for proposals (RFPs), structuring balanced business deals, establishing negotiation strategy, formalizing contractual documents, and frequent customer interface (virtual and in-person)


• Work closely with Raytheon leadership by advising contractual rights and obligations and means to mitigate contractual/program risks, compiling and analyze data, maintaining historical information, and providing recommendations for a balanced business deal


• Manage multiple contracts as the primary interface with the customers’ Prime Contracting Officers (PCOs)


• Conduct timely and effective negotiations and resolution of customer issues to maximize key financial metrics (i.e., bookings, sales, cash, profit, etc.)


• Work independently, yet recognize matters that require leadership review and buy-in


• Multi-task routine and complex contract and proposal activities while responding to unplanned quick response requirements as they emerge


• Draft complex letters that communicate Raytheon's business position effectively


• Travel to a Raytheon or customer facility as needed for program and/or customer meetings

Qualifications You Must Have

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


• Experience with U.S. Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) and related government regulations


• Experience with Management/Administration in one or more of the following: Contracts Subcontracts, Procurement, Acquisitions or Supply Chain


• Active and transferable Secret U.S. Government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start date

Qualifications We Prefer

• Mature judgment, proactive involvement in strategic issues and problem resolution skills


• Hands-on proposal preparation or negotiation experience


• Professional, effective written and verbal communication skills


• Advanced Degrees such as JD Law Degree or MBA or relevant Contracts Certifications

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

This position is eligible for a Sign-On bonus and Relocation Assistance

We are offering relocation assistance for this role!

Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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.