Principal Specialist, Contracts (Onsite)

Raytheon; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading defense company as a Principal Specialist, Contracts in Andover, MA, focusing on managing and executing contracts for U.S. Government projects. This role requires excellent collaboration and U.S. contracting experience to support crucial defense initiatives successfully.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 5 years relevant experience or 3 years with an Advanced Degree.
• Experience with U.S. Government contracts is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract lifecycle from execution to closeout.
• Support proposal development and contract administration.
• Mitigate and resolve contractual issues.

Skills

Contract Administration

Program/Project Management

Finance

U.S. Government Contracts

Communication

Education

University Degree or equivalent experience

Advanced Degree in related field

Job description

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Location:

MA600: Andover, MA 366 Lowell St 366 Lowell Street , Andover, MA, 01810-5423 USA

Date Posted:

2025-06-05

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA600: Andover, MA 366 Lowell St 366 Lowell Street , Andover, MA, 01810-5423 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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:

None/Not Required

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 exciting opening for a Principal Specialist, Contracts supporting the Counter-UAS (C-UAS) Ku-band Radio Frequency Sensor (KuRFS) and Coyote family of effectors within the Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). This position focuses on Contract Execution, Contract Closeout and key pursuits with our US Government customers. The C-UAS portfolio is a growth engine for Raytheon’s LADS SBU.

Our Raytheon Contracts teammates are valued business partners, influencing and executing balanced business deals, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, all in support of the products and services we deliver to our customers. With a global portfolio of clients, partners, and suppliers, the development opportunities for our Contracts experts are endless, both domestically and abroad. Additionally, our Contracts teammates fuel powerful ideas, develop meaningful relationships, and work together to achieve and exceed business goals.

This position offers you a broad opportunity to engage in contract activities for the entire lifecycle (development, production and sustainment) of the products. We are looking for a Contracts professional that is passionate about relationships and collaboration. The successful candidate should have strong prior U.S. Government Contracting experience and be capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Do

• Provide sound contract management to meet customer obligations, achieve company goals, and comply with company policies
• Professionally 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 of proposals, proposal reviews and coordination, negotiation, contractual agreements, contract execution, as well as 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
• Provide guidance regarding contractual and business issues, advising management of contractual rights and obligations as well as possible mitigation of contractual/program risks
• Some domestic travel as required (approximately1-2 times per year)
  
  

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 with one or more of the following: Contracts Administration, Program/Project Management, Supply Chain Management/Administration, or Finance
• Experience with U.S. Government contracts
  
  

Qualifications We Prefer

• Ability to partner with others, work in a team environment, and defer to management as appropriate
• Experience contracting through an IDIQ
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable working in an environment with established company policies and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective and sustaining relationships with customers
  
  

What We Offer

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

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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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