Principal Specialist, Contracts - Hypersonics Air Breathing Capability

RTX; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ, is seeking a Principal Specialist, Contracts to support its Advanced Hypersonic Weapons Portfolio. The role focuses on managing contracts, leading Proposals, and negotiating terms, with daily interaction across Portfolio Directors, Program Managers, and Legal teams.

The position requires U.S. citizenship, ability to obtain a DoD security clearance (Secret), and an on-site work arrangement in Tucson.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years' experience.
• Experience related to contracts administration, program management, regulatory compliance or supply chain.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Portfolio Directors, Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Business/Estimating, and Supply Chain to manage successful execution of contracts.
• Provide guidance to senior management regarding contractual and business issues, rights and obligations, and risk mitigation.
• Lead for the analysis of Requests for Proposal (RFP), development of proposals, proposal reviews and coordination, negotiation, contractual agreements, contracts execution, as well as general contract administration.
• Perform as key contributor during the pre-proposal strategy, proposal development, negotiation, and start up phases of programs.
• Collaborate within cross-functional teams to construct, submit, and negotiate Terms and Conditions and pricing proposals, examine and understand cost structure estimates of labor, material, engineering services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Effectively manage multiple contracts, contractual scope, and terms and conditions to ensure work is performed to the overall contracts.
• Provide sound contract management to meet customer obligations, achieve company objectives, and comply with company policies.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers and internal partners.
• Identify, mitigate, and drive the resolution of contractual issues as they may arise.
• Provide guidance regarding contractual and business issues, advising management of contractual rights and obligations as well as possible mitigation of contractual/program risks.
• Travel Requirements are minimal
• Please note that this role is designated as on-site and located in Tucson, Arizona.

Skills

Contracts administration

Program management

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Customer relations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

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

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

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.

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon has an opening for a Principal Specialist, Contracts supporting the Advanced Hypersonic Weapons Portfolio within Raytheon's Advanced Technology Strategic Business Unit, which focuses on key pursuits as well as development efforts that serve as the growth engine and front end of the business, critical to the future growth of Raytheon. Raytheon is working on the forefront of technology, advancing industry knowledge and capabilities to meet and overcome the challenges of hypersonic flight, and accelerating development of hypersonic weapons using state-of-the art expertise and investment in new infrastructure, people, and technology. Fielding these weapons is vital to our national security.

A U.S. government issued security clearance is required after day 1.

What You Will Do

• Work closely with the Portfolio Directors, Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Business/Estimating, and Supply Chain to manage successful execution of contracts.
• Provide guidance to senior management regarding contractual and business issues, rights and obligations, and risk mitigation.
• Lead for the analysis of Requests for Proposal (RFP), development of proposals, proposal reviews and coordination, negotiation, contractual agreements, contracts execution, as well as general contract administration.
• Perform as key contributor during the pre-proposal strategy, proposal development, negotiation, and start up phases of programs.
• Collaborate within cross-functional teams to construct, submit, and negotiate Terms and Conditions and pricing proposals, examine and understand cost structure estimates of labor, material, engineering services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Effectively manage multiple contracts, contractual scope, and terms and conditions to ensure work is performed to the overall contracts.
• Provide sound contract management to meet customer obligations, achieve company objectives, and comply with company policies.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers and internal partners.
• Identify, mitigate, and drive the resolution of contractual issues as they may arise.
• Provide guidance regarding contractual and business issues, advising management of contractual rights and obligations as well as possible mitigation of contractual/program risks.
• Travel Requirements are minimal
• Please note that this role is designated as on-site and located in Tucson, Arizona.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years' experience
• Experience related to contracts administration, program management, regulatory compliance or supply chain
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance a plus
• Contractual acumen with proficiency in contracts fundamentals with knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
• Experience managing development contracts in a fast pace competitive environment
• Ability to understand the financial aspects of contracts and risk quantification
• Familiarity with Other Transaction Agreements, Intellectual Property, license agreements, or teaming agreements

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer