Associate Director, Contracts (Onsite)

RTX • Tucson, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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 are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Contracts to lead and oversee a large development area within the Air Dominance product line within the Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) strategic business unit. We are seeking a leader with business acumen, initiative, and a positive can-do attitude. The role will be an integral part of a team providing strategic solutions and dynamic recommendations to key team members regarding contractual issues and proposal strategies. The Air Dominance product line is a challenging, fast-paced environment, and this role must serve as a trusted business adviser to program leadership. Additionally, this position will work closely with Raytheon leadership by advising contractual rights and obligations and means to mitigate contractual/program risks, maintaining historical information, and providing recommendations for a balanced business deal This position is an onsite role to collaborate and support the program team in Tucson, AZ This position is eligible for a Sign-On bonus!

Requirements

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience
• Experience working U.S. Government or Defense contracts administration under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and/or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and/ or other related government regulations
• Active and transferrable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start

Nice To Haves

• Mature judgment, proactive involvement in strategic issues and problem resolution skills
• Demonstrated experience in contract administration with an understanding of proposal cost structure, performance requirements, delivery schedules, and terms and conditions
• Experience briefing and interacting with senior and executive leadership
• Customer interface and negotiation experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of Contracts professionals
• Review request for proposals (RFPs), structuring balanced business deals, formalizing contractual documents, and frequent customer interface (virtual and in-person)
• 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 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 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 (approximately 10%)

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level