Principal Specialist, Contracts - Air Dominance (Onsite)

Date Posted:
2025-09-02
Country:
United States of America
Location:
AZ848: RMS AP Bldg 848 1151 East Hermans Road Building 848, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA
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:
Secret - Current

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Specialist, Contracts who will support front-end assessment of business pursuits, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer relationship management within company policies, acquisition regulations, and customer requirements/specifications for various types of Government contracts.

This is a great opportunity within the Air Dominance (AD) contracts organization supporting the production contract portfolio for a critical and growing program area. This role will be an integral part of the AD Contracts team, with responsibility over several production contracts and active proposals in the AMRAAM portfolio, reporting directly to the Associate Director, Contracts Manager for this program area.

The successful candidate should have strong business acumen with previous experience managing U.S. Government contracts to provide guidance and influence outcomes in achieving program and financial objectives while utilizing strong relationship building skills with both our internal and external customers. This position will be well suited for a highly motivated, well-organized person who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative teaming environment!

This role qualifies for a Sign-On bonus.

What You Will Do

• Partner with the Program Managers and Directors to ensure financial targets are met by securing contract awards, negotiating contract payment terms, and working closely with the customer to ensure on-time payment
• Manage multiple contracts as the primary interface with the customers' Prime Contracting Officers (PCOs)
• Work closely with program teams within in a matrix environment of program management, engineering, finance, operations, supply chain, and quality functional leads
• Act as a key team member of the capture team and establish negotiation strategy, targets, and minimums within approved authority.
• Ensure customer's requirements are fully understood and flowed through to the capture team and to external suppliers in coordination with Supply Chain in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications
• Conduct timely and effective negotiations and resolution of customer issues to maximize key financial metrics (i.e., bookings, sales, cash, profit, etc.)
• Work independently, yet recognize matters that require leadership review and buy-in
• Multi-task routine and complex contract and proposal activities while responding to unplanned quick response requirements as they emerge
• Draft complex letters that communicate Raytheon's business position effectively
• Travel to a Raytheon or customer facility as needed for program and/or customer meetings

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
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date
• Experience with administering U.S. Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with one or more of the following: Contracts Administration/ management, Program/Project Management, Supply Chain Management or Financial/Estimating Management
• Ability to understand the financial aspects of contracts
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships with customers and internal partners based on understanding and trust
• Past experience in working within a team and fostering teamwork and trust and influencing contractual outcomes
• Ability to manage a high volume of proposals and priorities while adapting to changing environments/situations

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

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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

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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

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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