Senior DoD Subcontracts & Procurement Lead

RTX; Goleta (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in Goleta, CA, seeks an experienced Principal Procurement Specialist to lead major subcontracts within the Electronic Warfare Systems Acquisitions team. You will drive procurement from development through production and closeout, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFAR and ITAR.

Hybrid role with 2–3 onsite days per week; 9x80 schedule with every other Friday off. You will manage supplier relationships, lead negotiations, and monitor EV milestones to deliver complex DoD programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience or advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience with DoD procurement/subcontract compliance (FAR/DFAR) and ITAR.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a portfolio of major subcontracts and procurement activities.
• Participate in gate reviews and capture/proposal efforts; coordinate with internal teams.
• Ensure subcontracts and POs comply with policies and FAR/DFAR/ITAR.
• Lead supplier management, including RFPs, negotiations, and contract terms.
• Manage Earned Value, milestones, and subcontract performance.

Skills

Procurement management

Subcontract negotiations

Supplier relations

FAR/DFAR compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

RTX in Goleta, CA, seeks an experienced Principal Procurement Specialist to lead major subcontracts within the Electronic Warfare Systems Acquisitions team. You will drive procurement from development through production and closeout, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFAR and ITAR.

Hybrid role with 2–3 onsite days per week; 9x80 schedule with every other Friday off. You will manage supplier relationships, lead negotiations, and monitor EV milestones to deliver complex DoD programs.