Job Information
RTX Corporation Principal Specialist, Contracts (Onsite) in Tewksbury, Massachusetts
Date Posted:
2025-04-14
Country:
United States of America
Location:
MA134: Innovation Dr Tewks Bdg 400 836 North Street Building 400, Tewksbury, MA, 01876 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
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 opening for a Principal Specialist, Contracts supporting the Global PATRIOT Program within our Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU) to manage critical contracts in support of the PATRIOT U.S. Programs, Production and Upgrades Team. Key Customers include U.S. ARMY Program Executive Office Missiles and Space, multiple Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Partners, Army Contracting Command (ACC) and Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).
In this role, you will be responsible for cradle-to-grave contract management activities to include proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and contract closeout. You will enable significant customer activities to fulfill contract requirements in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Your efforts will be critical to maintaining and building customer relationship and delivering products critical to Raytheon and the warfighter.
What You Will Do
Working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, partner with Program and cross functional team members to develop creative solutions and resolve contractual issues
Construct, submit and negotiate proposals; ensure that negotiated terms and conditions comply with company policies; advise management of contractual rights and obligations and possible mitigation of contractual/program risks
Interface with customers by preparing for and leading status meetings and preparing and submitting written communications by drafting contracts letters for official correspondence on contractual issues
Research and advise solutions to contractual issues that require detailed information gathering, analysis, and investigation using applicable regulations and laws both external and internal (Raytheon procedures) and formulate recommendations to management to mitigate program risks
Analyze Request for Proposals (RFP), drafting proposals, contract negotiations, TINA Sweeps, and contract administration through contract closeout efforts. Timely review and process of contractual modifications and other general contract administration. Simultaneously manage multiple contracts and complex issues
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
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
Experience with application of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and/or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and equivalent U.S. Government regulations
Experience with U.S. Government contract management or contract administrative support activities which may include varying aspects of cradle-to-grave contract actions to include pre-award activities (proposals and contract negotiation), contract administration, terms and conditions, contract closeout, or other closely related contracts experience
Qualifications We Prefer
Experience with DoD Systems contracts of varying contract types (Firm Fixed, Cost, Cost Plus, etc.), and end customer (DoD, Foreign Military Sales)
Experience working within a cross-functional geographically separated team environment while developing effective relationships based on respect and trust
Experience working independently with minimal oversight and supervision in a fast-paced environment, where prioritization is required to be effective
Advanced Degrees such as Juris Doctorate (JD), Masters of Business Administration (MBA), or certifications supporting contract management such as Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
Active U.S. Government DoD Secret Security Clearance
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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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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