Subcontract Specialist

RTX (Raytheon); Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Subcontract Specialist for the Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) unit in Aurora, CO. The role involves managing multi-year development and production subcontracts, interfacing with subcontractors and lower-tier suppliers to ensure on-time, compliant delivery.

The position requires five years of supplier contract experience, three years with subcontracts, and an active Top Secret clearance with U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience working with supplier contracts.
• Minimum 3 years experience with subcontracts.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret clearance is required; U.S. citizenship is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide subcontract management strategy to meet customer obligations and company objectives.
• Analyze RFps, develop proposals, negotiate agreements and administer contracts from pursuit to closeout.
• Manage subcontract terms and conditions within the overall subcontract scope.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft Terms and Conditions and pricing proposals.
• Review cost structure estimates for labor, material, engineering services, and delivery schedules for accuracy.
• Advise management on subcontract rights, obligations, and risk mitigation.
• Work independently in a fast-paced multitask environment; take ownership to completion.
• Develop effective partnerships with customers and internal teams.

Skills

Subcontract management

Contract analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University degree or higher in related field

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-15

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CO-AURORA-S75 ~ 16800 E Centretech Pkwy ~ BLDG S75

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: Top Secret - Current

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. At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon is seeking a Subcontract Specialist to join the Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) strategic business unit. This role will support one of the program areas within the space portfolio and other exciting new business pursuits within this product line. The candidate will be responsible for multi-year development and production service subcontracts requiring ongoing oversight and administration of specifications, statements of work (SOW), and terms and conditions. This role will interface heavily with subcontractors' cross-functional teams and lower-tier suppliers to ensure subcontractors provide on-time delivery of compliant product/service. This role will require management of large competitive pursuits and on-contract program growth.

What You Will Do

• Provide subcontract management strategy to meet customer obligations, achieve company objectives and comply with company policies.
• Provide analysis of Requests for Proposal (RFP), development of proposals, teaming agreement negotiation and execution, proposal reviews and coordination, negotiation, contractual agreement execution, and general contract administration from pursuit to award to closeout.
• Manage subcontract terms and conditions to ensure work is performed within the overall subcontract scope.
• Work closely within cross-functional teams to construct, submit, and negotiate Terms and Conditions and pricing proposals.
• Examine and understand cost structure estimates of labor, material, engineering services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Provide guidance regarding subcontract and business issues, advising management of subcontract rights and obligations; as well as possible mitigation of subcontract / program risks.
• Work independently in a fast-paced / multitask environment.
• Take ownership of all responsibilities and execution of tasking to completion/resolution.
• Escalate topics that require management awareness and participation.
• Develop effective partnerships with customers and internal teams.

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 experience
• Minimum 5 years experience working with supplier contracts.
• Minimum 3 years experience specifically with subcontracts
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Experience preparing and negotiating subcontracts with the US Department of Defense (DoD).

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.

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 whethe