Senior Manager, Contracts (Onsite)

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

Date Posted: 2026-08-19 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Top Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on 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 Senior Manager, Contracts within our Advanced Technology (AT) / Advanced Effectors & Space (AE&S) 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. The selected candidate will lead a team of contract professionals responsible for contract administration and capture activities supporting key development programs. This role focuses on team leadership, major classified pursuits, and effective contract execution across efforts that contribute to Raytheon’s long‑term growth.

The Classified Portfolio is a fast‑paced environment, and the Senior Manager, Contracts will serve as a trusted business partner to Program Leadership, providing sound contracting guidance and support aligned with program and business objectives. Our Raytheon Contracts teammates are valued business partners, influencing and executing balanced business deals, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, all in support of the products and services we deliver to our customers. With a global portfolio of customers, partners, and suppliers, the development opportunities for our Contracts professionals are endless, both domestically and abroad. A Top-Secret Clearance is required on Day 1. This position is designated onsite at Raytheon Tucson. This position is eligible for Relocation and a Sign-On bonus!

What You Will Do

Lead, manage, mentor, and develop a team of contract professionals, overseeing workload, performance, and career development. Serve as the senior Contracts authority for the classified portfolio. Develop and execute classified contract strategies that support technology maturation, prototyping, and other development efforts. Lead negotiation and administration of complex, classified U.S. Government contracts (CPFF, CPIF, T&M, FFP). Support development and response to Request for Proposals (RFP), contract negotiation, contract administration, non-disclosure agreements, and other business agreements. Oversee proposal development, terms and conditions analysis, risk identification, and negotiation planning for both competitive and sole-source efforts. Provide business and contract guidance that influences program planning, technical decision-making, and customer engagement. Support internal reviews, audits, gate reviews, pricing strategy discussions, and customer meetings. Collaborate with Government counterparts and partner with PMO functional teams to ensure compliant and effective contract execution. Manage customer communications, contractual changes, and issue resolution while cultivating and sustaining a positive, trust-based relationship with the Contracting Officer. Travel Requirements are minimal. This role is designated as on-site and located in Tucson, Arizona.

Qualifications

You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years’ experience Experience managing, and building teams; related to leading, teaching and /or mentoring professionals to success Experience working with varying types of contracts under US Government acquisition Active and transferable U.S. Government-issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.

We Prefer Experience working in a fast‑paced, high‑visibility work area supporting advanced development programs and classified technologies Knowledge of intellectual property strategies, data rights, cost/price analysis, FAR / DFARS and proposal development processes Experience bidding and/or managing development contracts in a fast-paced competitive environment Ability to understand the financial aspects of contracts and other business arrangements as well as the ability to contribute to negotiation strategies. Experience contributing to program management and financial reviews such as; Estimates at Completion (EAC), Program Management Reviews, Material Reviews, Integrated Baseline Reviews, etc. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and influence senior leadership and stakeholders to drive successful business outcomes.

What We Offer

At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. This position is classified 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. This role is eligible for relocation assistance. Raytheon In Tucson: Raytheon Tucson, AZ Location Raytheon Advance Technology: Advanced Technology | Raytheon Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.html 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.