Subcontracts Lead (Saudi Arabia)

Prattwhitney; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Subcontracts Lead to manage the sourcing and acquisition of materials and services for Foreign Military Sales and Direct Commercial Sales. The role requires guiding supplier performance, ensuring on-time delivery, and managing the full subcontract PO lifecycle from RFP to award and post-PoM administration.

Based in the US with hybrid arrangements, you will collaborate with legal, contracts, and global trade teams to ensure compliance, cost-effective terms, and robust supplier

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex sourcing aligned with program and business objectives.
• Proven ability to manage supplier performance, ensuring quality and on-time delivery.
• Expertise overseeing the full subcontract lifecycle, including RFP development, negotiation, award, and post-PO administration.
• Advanced cost and price analysis skills with a track record of securing competitive, best-value terms.
• Solid knowledge of export/import regulations and experience executing compliant trade requirements with Global Trade.
• Demonstrated success improving subcontracting processes using CORE methodologies and tools.
• Ability to deliver clear, data-driven supplier performance reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Effective collaborator with subcontract managers and cross-functional partners across legal, contracts, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Execute and lead the sourcing and acquisition of materials and services, ensuring alignment with program requirements and strategic goals.
• Drive supplier performance through proactive oversight, ensuring on-time delivery and consistent quality.
• Manage the complete subcontract purchase order lifecycle—from RFP development through award and post-PoM administration.
• Conduct complex cost and price analyses to determine fair and reasonable pricing.
• Negotiate competitive terms that optimize value and support financial objectives.
• Ensure export/import requirements are implemented accurately, coordinating with Global Trade.
• Advance subcontracting efficiencies using CORE methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Deliver data-driven reporting on supplier performance to senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate with CONUS-based subcontract managers and internal partners across legal, contracts, and compliance.

Skills

Sourcing leadership

Supplier performance

Subcontract lifecycle management

Cost/price analysis

Export/Import regulations

CORE methodologies

Data-driven reporting

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN0 ~ 366 Lowell St ~ BLDG AN0 Position Role Type: Hybrid 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

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 Saudi Arabia is seeking a Subcontracts Lead to lead the sourcing and acquisition of materials and services, manage supplier performance, and oversee the full subcontract purchase order lifecycle supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) customers. You will ensure complete and accurate requirements are communicated to suppliers, all export and import obligations are executed effectively, and serve as Raytheon’s primary contractual interface for production and service deliverables. This accompanied onsite role will be in Jeddah or Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for a long-term assignment under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with additional compensation benefits and potential extensions. Travel up to 25% within the region and occasionally to other locations as needed. Employment is contingent upon meeting all medical requirements for overseas assignments including comprehensive post-offer medical examination.

What You Will Do

• Execute and lead the sourcing and acquisition of materials and services, ensuring full alignment with program requirements, technical needs, and strategic business goals.
• Drive supplier performance through proactive oversight, ensuring on time delivery and consistent quality across all materials and services.
• Manage the complete subcontract purchase order lifecycle—from RFP development through subcontract award and post-Proof of Manufacturing administration—ensuring compliance, performance, and risk mitigation.
• Conduct complex cost and price analyses to determine fair and reasonable pricing.
• Negotiate competitive terms that optimize value and support financial objectives.
• Ensure all export and import requirements are implemented accurately and efficiently, maintaining strict compliance through close coordination with the Global Trade team.
• Advance subcontracting efficiencies through the application of CORE methodologies, tools, and best practices to strengthen operational performance.
• Deliver clear, data-driven reporting on supplier performance, providing actionable insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with CONUS‑based subcontract managers and internal partners across legal, contracts, and compliance to ensure synchronized and effective subcontracting activities.
• Maintain effective supplier administration and communication to support ongoing performance, issue resolution, and long‑term relationship management.

Qualifications

• Strong experience leading complex sourcing and acquisition activities aligned with program and business objectives.
• Proven ability to manage supplier performance, ensuring quality and on time delivery.
• Expertise overseeing the full subcontract lifecycle, including RFP development, negotiation, award, and post-Proof of Manufacturing administration.
• Advanced cost and price analysis skills with a track record of securing competitive, best‑value terms.
• Solid knowledge of export/import regulations and experience executing compliant trade requirements in coordination with Global Trade.
• Demonstrated success improving subcontracting processes using CORE methodologies and tools.
• Ability to deliver clear, data-driven supplier performance reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Effective collaborator with subcontract managers and cross‑functional partners across legal, contracts, and compliance.
• Strong supplier administration and communication skills supporting performance, issue resolution, and long‑term relationship management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and SAP.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access the financial management system due to government contractual requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• We Prefer Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or a related field.
• Exceptional critical‑thinking abilities with demonstrated expertise in advanced cost and price analysis.
• Strong executive‑level communication and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to build and sustain high‑performing supplier relationships.
• Highly detailed and organized, with the ability to manage complex priorities and multiple initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.

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.

Values

• Safety
• Trust
• Respect
• Accountability
• Collaboration
• Innovation

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

Benefits

• 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
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.