Principal Specialist, Contracts (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal Specialist, Contracts to lead contract management for a portfolio of classified programs within the ASDS Contracts organization. You will collaborate with program management, counsel, and cross-functional teams to drive proposals, negotiations, and contract execution while mitigating risks.

Qualified candidates typically hold a University Degree with 5+ years of relevant experience; security clearance (TS/SCI) is required.

Qualifications

• Requires university degree or equivalent; advanced degree preferred for higher responsibility.
• Experience with US Government contracts administration/management including proposals, cost structures, and delivery schedules.
• FAR/DFARS knowledge or other US Government regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support a vast portfolio of classified programs and key pursuits.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Office of General Counsel, and cross-functional peers.
• Provide strategic recommendations for proposals, negotiations, and execution issues.
• Communicate with internal/external customers on contractual changes and issues.
• Develop strategies to address complex issues with thorough information gathering and analysis.

Skills

Contract management

Proposal review

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Education

University degree or equivalent

Advanced degree

Job description

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.

Role Overview

Raytheon has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Specialist, Contracts within our Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU) Contracts organization supporting classified pursuits and contracts. The person in this role will be a strategic member of the team, with responsibility over contracts. Additionally, the Principal Specialist, Contracts role is required to work closely with Program Management leadership, the Office of General Counsel, and cross-functional peers in support of program gate reviews, program management reviews, business strategy sessions, proposal reviews, risk management activities, and all other contractual related matters affecting the portfolio. The successful candidate will work with both internal and external customers to ensure successful program performance and influence outcomes to achieve desired results. This position will report directly to the Associate Director, Contracts and will need to collaborate closely with program management, leadership and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include supporting a vast and complex portfolio of classified programs and key pursuits, supporting strategic solutions and providing dynamic recommendations for proposal, negotiation, and execution issues. This position is well suited for a highly motivated, well-organized person who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

What You Will Do

• Provide contracts management of the development of government type proposals, negotiations, contractual agreements, contract execution, day-to-day administration
• Provide support to senior management regarding contractual and business issues which could include providing advice on contractual rights and obligations and possible mitigation of contractual or programmatic risks
• Build relationships with regular communication with key leaders both internally and externally, interfacing with customers for correspondence, contractual changes, and contractual issues
• Analyze Request for Proposals (RFP), proposal reviews and coordination, contract negotiation, Estimate at Completion (EAC) reviews, support program management and executive reviews and general contract administration
• Develop and implement strategies to deal with complex issues that require detailed information gathering, analysis and investigation

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 US Government (USG) contracts administration / management which may include proposals activity, cost structures, performance requirements, delivery schedules, terms & conditions
• Experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)/ Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), or other supplemental U.S. Government regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in change management such as Requests for Equitable Adjustments (REAs), Change proposals (ECPs), dispute resolution and negotiations
• Experience with various contract types
• Experience with the Intelligence Community (IC), or direct commercial and international contracts
• Ability to interpret, comply, and advise on company policies and procedures

We are offering a Sign-On Bonus as well as Relocation Assistance for this role.

What We Offer

• 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.

Salary Range

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

Location & Eligibility

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.

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: TS/SCI - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1.

Application Window

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.

Equal 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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.