Principal Specialist, Contracts (Onsite)

RTX; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX in Tucson is seeking a Principal Specialist, Contracts to lead bid analysis, negotiations, and contract administration across a diverse portfolio of classified programs. The role partners with program directors and engineers, shaping IP strategies, and ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS.

The successful candidate will guide pre‑proposal work, manage complex negotiations, and advise senior leadership on contractual risks. Active DoD Top‑Secret clearance required; U.S.

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 in contracts management, program management, business management, finance and / or supply chain
• Defense industry experience or experience working in a classified environment

Responsibilities

• Lead RFP analysis, proposal development and reviews, negotiations, contract execution, and overall contract administration.
• Serve as a key contributor throughout pre‑proposal planning, proposal development, negotiation, and program startup.
• Partner with Portfolio Directors, Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Business/Estimating, and Supply Chain to ensure successful contract performance.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers.
• Identify, mitigate, and drive resolution of contractual issues.
• Ensure negotiated terms and conditions comply with company policies and requirements.
• Advise senior leadership on contractual rights, obligations, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Interface with customers regarding correspondence, contract changes, and issue resolution.

Skills

Contract management

Program management

Business management

Finance

Supply chain

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-22

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807

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

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.

Raytheon has an opening for a Principal Specialist, Contracts within our Advanced Technology (AT) Contracts organization, 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.

This role is part of a team supporting a vast and complex portfolio of classified programs and key pursuits. The successful candidate will provide strategic contracting leadership, guide complex proposal and negotiation activities, and serve as a trusted business partner to Program Leadership in a fast‑paced environment. Responsibilities include supporting major pursuits, advising stakeholders, developing Intellectual Property strategies and agreements, and shaping innovative contracting approaches.

What You Will Do

• - Lead RFP analysis, proposal development and reviews, negotiations, contract execution, and overall contract administration.
• - Serve as a key contributor throughout pre‑proposal planning, proposal development, negotiation, and program startup.
• - Partner with Portfolio Directors, Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Business/Estimating, and Supply Chain to ensure successful contract performance.
• - Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers.
• - Identify, mitigate, and drive resolution of contractual issues.
• - Ensure negotiated terms and conditions comply with company policies and requirements.
• - Advise senior leadership on contractual rights, obligations, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• - Interface with customers regarding correspondence, contract changes, and issue resolution.

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 in contracts management, program management, business management, finance and / or supply chain
• - Defense industry experience or experience working in a classified environment

Qualifications We Prefer

• - Active transferrable DoD Top-Secret
• - Strong contractual acumen with knowledge of US Government Acquisition FAR and DFARS
• - Experience with OTAs, CRADAs, or other Intellectual Property agreements
• - Experience managing development contracts in a dynamic, competitive environment
• - Demonstrated responsiveness, time management, and organizational skills

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.

This position is designated onsite at Raytheon Tucson.

This position is eligible for relocation as

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. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.

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