Senior Manager, Contracts (Onsite)

Date Posted:
2026-05-07
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M02
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: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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 has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, Contracts supporting the Naval Shipboard Missile Systems Portfolio within Raytheon's Naval Power Strategic Business Unit. The selected candidate will lead a team of contract professionals focusing on proposal negotiations and contract administration for Business-Critical production efforts within the Standard Missile Family of effectors. Standard Missile effectors are the result of decades of work by Raytheon rocket scientists who have developed technology that is trusted to protect our country and warfighter at sea and on land. The Navy's signature system fuses the most advanced missile technology available into a modern weapon. Fielding these weapons is vital to our national security.

Within the Standard Missile Portfolio, the selected candidate will directly manage a complex portfolio of contracts while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, providing contractual guidance, and ensuring compliance with company and regulatory requirements. This area requires quick turn proposal responses, robust contract completion strategies, and novel contracting approaches. This position offers the candidate a broad opportunity to engage with program leadership and coordinate peers in service of several programs of strategic importance to Raytheon.

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 clients, partners, and suppliers, the development opportunities for our Contracts professionals are endless, both domestically and abroad.

Raytheon provides the industry's most advanced end-to-end solutions, delivering the advantage of one innovative partner that connects vision with precision to detect, track, intercept and neutralize threats. We're on a mission to create a safer future by being the place our customers turn to tackle their most complex challenges.

What You Will Do

• Provide sound contract management and supervisory guidance to meet customer obligations, achieve company goals, and comply with company policies.
• Professionally represent Raytheon on contractual transactions and work closely with customers to develop and maintain business relationships.
• Support the analysis of Requests for Proposal (RFP), development of proposals, proposal reviews and coordination, negotiation, contractual agreements, contract execution, as well as general contract administration.
• Effectively manage contractual scope and terms and conditions to ensure the contract is followed compliantly.
• Identify, mitigate, and resolve contractual issues as they may arise.
• Some travel as required to Raytheon business locations.

What you will Learn

• Wide breadth of complex problem-solving experience in dynamic performance environment under U.S. Government Contracts.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years' experience
• Experience reviewing estimates-at-complete and managing contracts with earned value requirements
• Contractual experience with proficiency in contracts fundamentals including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
• Experience developing and executing various contract documents (including Statements of Work and terms) or collaborative agreements such as Software License Agreements, Proprietary Information Agreements (PIAs), Memorandums of Understanding (MOU), Associate Contractor Agreements (ACA) and Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active Top Secret clearance a plus
• Strong presentation skills and ability to persuade various stakeholders
• Experience contributing to complex program reviews including Estimates at Completion (EAC), Program Management Reviews, Material Reviews, Integrated Baseline Reviews, etc.
• Experience structuring, negotiating, and executing performance-based payments
• Experience mentoring others to communicate business strategies that identify appropriate opportunities for balanced business deals
• Demonstrated ability to influence and develop effective and sustaining relationships with customers

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.

Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.

This position is relocation eligible.

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

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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.htm

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.

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