Manager, Contracts (Onsite)

Date Posted:
2026-06-02
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-AZ-TUCSON-810 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 810 (External Site)
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 Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after 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.

The Naval Power Strategic Business Unit (SBU) has a challenging opportunity for a Manager, Contracts within the Shipboard Missiles Sub-Strategic Business Unit (SSBU) in the Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile (ESSM). This position will provide the necessary contracts management for a growing $500M+ portfolio. The ESSM program is structured as an international consortium between the U.S. and several NATO countries, with DoD, FMS, and DCS contracts.

This role will report directly to the Associate Director of Contracts for ESSM as an individual contributor role, you will be an integral manager for a demanding multi-faceted, strategic contract and key member of the greater ESSM team, creating solutions to support U.S. Navy and international customers.

The successful candidate would possess the following attributes, strong experience in risk assessment and negotiations, excellent business acumen and communication skills, experience in DoD and international contracting while providing contractual and business guidance to program management leadership

What You Will Do

• Effectively communicate with internal and external customers to establish mutually beneficial relationships and influence business decisions.
• Investigate and resolve complex contractual matters by applying critical thinking, gathering detailed information, seeking innovative contracting techniques, and collaborating with relevant stakeholders.
• Provide strategic advice and guidance on numerous contractual rights/obligations, regulations, and policies/procedures to mitigate risks and unauthorized changes.
• Develop pre-negotiation objectives and implement negotiation strategy reviews as part of the proposal development process.
• Support and lead complex negotiations.
• Represent Raytheon independently on significant transactions while developing and maintaining trusting relationships with complex customers.
• 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 with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
• Experience in the development of proposals and negotiations

Qualifications We Prefer

• Demonstrated ability to shape results in support of objectives, including ability to communicate and influence leadership
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with complex customers
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment and develop effective relationships based on respect and trust
• Excellent time management and organizational skills are essential

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.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

This position is classified as:

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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.

*This position is relocation assistance eligible.

Learn more about our Tucson, AZ site location here: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

Security 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 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.

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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