Principal Specialist, Contracts (Remote)

RTX; California; Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Contracts Specialist (P3) to support the Electro-Optical/Infrared program in a remote U.S. capacity. You will manage the full contract lifecycle, interact with the prime contractor, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements while coordinating with Program Management, Finance, and Legal.

Ideal candidates have a university degree, 5+ years of related experience, and strong negotiation and analytical skills. Travel to customer sites may be 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 of experience.
• Experience working with U.S. Government contracts under FAR and/or DFARS.
• Experience in Contracts Administration, Legal, Subcontracts, Supply Chain and/or Procurement.

Responsibilities

• Provide sound contract management to meet customer obligations, achieve company objectives, and comply with company policies.
• Analyze RFPs, development of proposals, proposal reviews and coordination, negotiation, contractual agreements, all phases of contracts execution, as well as contract administration.
• Effectively communicate with internal and external customers to establish mutually beneficial relationships and influence business decisions.
• Investigate and resolve complex contractual matters by applying critical thinking and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Effectively manage contractual scope and terms and conditions to ensure work is performed to the contract scope.

Skills

FAR/DFARS experience

Contract administration

Negotiation skills

Program coordination

Education

University Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-27 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-REMOTE Position Role Type: Remote 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. The Electro-Optical/Infrared (EOIR) product line within the Advanced Products and Solutions (APS) Strategic Business Unit has an exciting opportunity for a Contracts Specialist (P3) supporting the Electro-Optical Distributed Aperture System (EODAS) program. This portfolio includes complex development and production efforts executed under a prime contractor relationship rather than directly with the U.S. Government. In this role, you will provide proactive contract management support across the full program lifecycle, including customer communication, proposal development, contract execution, change management, and ensuring compliance with contractual and company requirements. You will apply advanced knowledge of contracts principles and strong business acumen to support program objectives, guide internal stakeholders, and influence program outcomes. This position requires close coordination with Program Management, Finance, Engineering, the Office of General Counsel, and other cross-functional partners in support of program reviews, proposals, risk management activities, and strategic decision-making. You will engage directly with the prime contractor, requiring strong negotiation skills, confidence, and the ability to represent Raytheon effectively and professionally. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, self‑motivated, and capable of thriving in a high‑volume, high‑pressure environment. Success requires the ability to work independently on significant contracting actions while building and maintaining strong customer relationships.

What You Will Do

Provide sound contract management to meet customer obligations, achieve company objectives, and comply with company policies

Analyze Requests for Proposal (RFP), development of proposals, proposal reviews and coordination, negotiation, contractual agreements, all phases of contracts execution, as well as contract administration

Effectively communicate with internal and external customers to establish mutually beneficial relationships and influence business decisions

Investigate and resolve complex contractual matters by applying astute critical thinking, gathering detailed information, seeking creative contracting techniques, and proactively collaborating with relevant stakeholders

Effectively manage contractual scope and terms and conditions to ensure work is performed to the overall contract scope

Review proposals to ensure proposed solutions meet customer requirements, represent a balanced risk/opportunity posture and deliver a financially sound business case while meeting company policies and standards

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

Some travel will be required to meet with the customer

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 of experience

Experience working with U.S. Government contracts under Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and/or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)

Experience in one or more of the following: Contracts Administration, Legal, Subcontracts, Supply Chain and/or Procurement

Experience with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (TCPDA) formerly Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) which may including preparing disclosures

Experience supporting proposal and contract actions requiring Certified Cost or Pricing Data

Qualifications We Prefer

Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment and develop effective meaningful, and sustaining relationships with internal and external customers relationships based on respect and trust

Demonstrated ability to shape results in support of goals, including ability to communicate and guide executive leadership

Experience in a position requiring multi-tasking and effective management of several competing priorities

Experience in maintaining compliance with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (TCPDA) formerly Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA)

Active DoD Secret clearance

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. Remote: Employees who are working in remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. The successful candidate for this role will be required to reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. territories).

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.

• 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
• holidays

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.

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.