Principal Specialist, Contracts (Onsite)

Raytheon; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Raytheon, a leading aerospace and defense company located in Tucson, Arizona, is seeking a Contract Manager. The role involves providing contractual guidance, managing contract compliance, and developing business relationships with customers. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in contract management and an active Secret security clearance. The company offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• University Degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience required.
• Experience in contract management or related fields is essential.
• Active and transferable Secret security clearance is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide contractual guidance to meet customer obligations.
• Manage contractual scope to ensure compliance.
• Support analysis of Requests for Proposal (RFP).

Skills

Contract management

Program management

Business management

Negotiation

Education

University Degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-04-16

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M02

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required.

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

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

Raytheon, part of RTX, is a leading aerospace and defense company dedicated to protecting national security and advancing technology.

What You Will Do

• Provide contractual guidance to cross‑functional partners to meet customer obligations, achieve company goals, and comply with company policies.
• Represent Raytheon on contractual transactions and work closely with customers to develop and maintain business relationships.
• Support the analysis of Requests for Proposal (RFP), development and negotiation of proposals, contractual agreements, and general contract administration.
• Effectively manage contractual scope and terms and conditions to ensure the contract is followed compliantly.
• Identify, mitigate, and resolve contractual issues as they may arise.

What You Will Learn

• Take an active role in managing contracts and engaging directly with program leadership.
• Learn to produce contracts focused on meeting domestic, FMS and DCS requirements.
• Gain exposure to business management reviews with leadership support such as quarterly EAC Reviews.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Experience in contract management or closely related fields such as program management, business management, subcontracts or supply chain supporting U.S. Government contracts.
• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start date.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active Top Secret clearance.
• Experience in contract negotiations, execution and administration of various contract aspects (price, Statements of Work, terms, etc.) and agreements such as Proprietary Information Agreements.
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements.
• Experience structuring, negotiating, and executing performance‑based payments.
• Understanding of financial aspects of contracts and risk quantification.
• Experience with Intellectual Property, license agreements, or teaming agreements.

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.

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays, subject to business unit and collective bargaining agreement.

Employees may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation programs depending on role level and collective bargaining agreement status.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.