Japan Manager, Contracts (Onsite)

Date Posted:
2025-08-04
Country:
United States of America
Location:
AZ810: RMS AP Bldg 810 1151 East Hermans Road Building 810, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance:
DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

The Naval Power Strategic Business Unit (SBU) has an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Contracts within the Shipboard Missiles Sub-Strategic Business Unit (SSBU) as the Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile (ESSM) Japanese Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) Production and Services portfolio Contracts Manager. Currently this position reports to the Production Contracts Lead for ESSM, working alongside a team of 3-5 other contract professionals, who support the entire ESSM portfolio.

This position will provide the necessary contracts support for our Japan Program Office (JPO) as they embark on the beginnings of their ESSM BLKII Licensed Production efforts. This role will be integrated into the JPO supporting all contractual actions and related proposal support. While this position will primarily serve the DCS contracting environment, the successful candidate may be asked to backfill USG/FMS contracting activities as required.

Responsibilities To Anticipate:

• Possess and use subject matter expertise in international contracting.
• Comprehensive understanding of IDIQ Contracting.
• Have an understanding related the Japanese customer while representing Raytheon independently on significant transactions while developing and maintaining trusting relationships with this complex and valued customer.
• Support the JPO Contracts team by reviewing and executing contractual documents.
• Interpret existing contract documents to answer JPO and Program Cross Functional Questions, and complete Contracts leadership taskings.
• Provide contractual and business guidance to other program management leadership.
• Review Request for Proposals to determine applicability again current or prior agreements; scope requirements; production impacts.
• Interpret company proposal data to support review of risks and opportunities; develop submittal packages; submit proposals to external customers; answer customer questions related to proposals in conjunction with program team input; respond to customer requestions related to proposals and negotiate price where applicable and appropriate.
• Investigate and resolve complex contractual matters by applying critical thinking, gathering detailed information, seeking innovative contracting techniques, and collaborating with relevant stakeholders.
• Understanding of UGS Acquisition process and regulations (FAR/DFARS), to provide other ESSM Program adhoc contracts support (as required/necessary).
• Willingness to partner with Raytheon Global Trade to ensure import/export compliance within the contractual framework.
• Some travel, both domestic and international, is anticipated.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years' experience
• Experience in commercial and / or international contracts
• Experience in U.S. Government contracting
• Experience in direct engagement with external customers such as customer negotiations

Qualifications We Prefer

• Demonstrated ability to work within a complex production team with minimal oversight
• Demonstrated ability to shape results in support of goals, including ability to communicate and guide executive leadership
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment and develop effective relationships based on respect and trust
• Excellent communication and leadership to establish and maintain effective relationships with complex customers
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Business acumen with a financial understanding of our business

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

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. #LI-ONSITE

Work location: Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

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.htm

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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.

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