Senior Contracts Leader, Classified Programs (Top Secret)

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Raytheon, within RTX, is seeking a Senior Manager, Contracts to lead a team of professionals handling classified U.S. Government contracts. The role focuses on strategy, negotiation, and compliant contract execution for development programs in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will drive proposal development, risk analysis, and coordination with Government counterparts, with on-site work in Tucson, AZ. Top Secret clearance is required before start date.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience; active TS clearance required.
• Typically 10 years of relevant experience (7 with advanced degree) and demonstrated leadership.
• Experience with US Government contracts, including CPFF/CPIF/T&M/FFP formats.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a contract team, overseeing workload and performance.
• Define and execute classified contract strategies aligned with program needs.
• Negotiate and administer complex classified US Government contracts.
• Support RFP development, contract negotiations, and NDA processes.
• Collaborate with Government counterparts and PMO for compliant execution.
• Manage communications with customers and resolve contractual issues.

Skills

Team leadership

Contract negotiation

RFP response

Risk identification

Government contracts

Stakeholder collaboration

Classification requirements

Education

University degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Raytheon, within RTX, is seeking a Senior Manager, Contracts to lead a team of professionals handling classified U.S. Government contracts. The role focuses on strategy, negotiation, and compliant contract execution for development programs in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will drive proposal development, risk analysis, and coordination with Government counterparts, with on-site work in Tucson, AZ. Top Secret clearance is required before start date.