Principal Specialist, Contracts (Remote)

Prattwhitney; Indiana; Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly/hire

Generous 401(k) plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX business, offers a remote U.S. role for a Principal Specialist, Contracts. You will provide contractual guidance on NDAs, represent the company in contractual transactions, and collaborate with customers to maintain strong business relationships.

The position requires a university degree with 5+ years of related experience (or an advanced degree with 3+ years), and expertise in FAR/DFARS. Remote access is available, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• University degree and 5+ years relevant experience or advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience in contracts management of U.S. Government contracts under FAR/DFARS.
• Ability to manage multiple NDAs and negotiate complex terms.

Responsibilities

• Provide contractual guidance on NDAs to cross functional partners to meet obligations.
• Represent Collins Aerospace on contractual transactions and build customer relationships.
• Support analysis of NDAs and related general contract administration.
• Effectively manage NDA scope and terms to ensure compliance.
• Identify, mitigate, and resolve contractual issues as they arise.
• Coordinate with internal/external program teams and stakeholders.

Skills

NDA management

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Contract negotiations

Customer relationship

Contract administration

Education

University degree

Advanced degree in related field

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-08 Country: United States of America Location: US-IN-REMOTE Position Role Type: Remote 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 Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required Principal Specialist, Contracts (Remote) 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. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

• Provide contractual guidance in relation to non‑disclosure agreements, to cross functional partners to meet customer obligations, achieve company goals, and comply with company policies.
• Professionally represent Collins Aerospace on contractual transactions and work closely with customers to develop and maintain business relationships.
• Support the analysis of non‑disclosure agreements, and related general contract administration.
• Effectively manage contractual scope and terms and conditions to ensure the non‑disclosure agreement is followed compliantly.
• Identify, mitigate, and resolve contractual issues as they may arise.
• Facilitate and ensure communication and coordination with the internal/external customer program team.
• Adhere to and comply with standardized corporate procedures and compliance documentation.
• Disseminate (“Flowdown”) customer contractual requirements within the organization.
• Act as liaison between internal and external customers and respond to stakeholder inquiries in a timely and efficient manner.
• Work autonomously with oversight.

What You Will Learn:

• Take an active role in managing non‑disclosure agreements and engaging directly with program leadership.
• How to effectively negotiate and resolve complex issues.
• How to apply a commercial mindset when handling high‑risk terms and negotiations.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Experience in contracts management of U.S. Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and / or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS).

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Ability to manage a high volume of non‑disclosure agreements simultaneously ranging from company‑wide strategic non‑disclosure agreements to smaller niche non‑disclosure agreements.
• Experience in contracts negotiations, execution, and administration of various contracts aspects, including price, Statement of Work, terms and conditions.
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplemental (DFARS) requirements.
• Understanding of commercial aspects of non‑disclosure agreements and risk quantification.
• Ability to multi‑task with routine and complex non‑disclosure agreement activities while responding to emerging quick response activities.
• Experience with direct engagement with external customers.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• Eligible for relocation assistance
• And more!

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.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in‑person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on‑site, hybrid or remote.

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. 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.

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.