Manager, Contracts - Advanced Technology (Onsite)

RTX•Woburn, MA

3d•$107,500 - $204,500•Onsite

About The Position

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. Raytheon’s Advanced Technology (AT) business incubates capabilities that fuel the future of defense. With a focus on cutting-edge components to full-scale solutions, early ideation to production readiness, seabed to space, we shape the systems and solutions that advance how tomorrow’s battles are fought and won. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems in collaboration with leading research and development organizations, defense agencies, peers and partners to create a safer, more secure world. We bring the backing of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s missions and to stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats. Step into a pivotal role at the forefront of Raytheon’s next-generation innovation. We have an exciting opportunity for a Manager of Contracts supporting the Advanced Integrated Surface Sensors (AISS) sub‑strategic business unit within the Advanced Technology organization. Reporting to the Senior. Manager, Contract Portfolio Lead, the selected individual will serve as the Contracts Manager for a recently awarded major execution program within Raytheon for Radar & Sensor development/integration including its competitive follow-on phases, as well as manage a vast and complex portfolio of contracts and proposals across the Advanced Technology landscape. Key responsibilities include providing strategic contractual guidance and partnering with internal and external stakeholders to address a wide range of business, contractual, and programmatic matters. You will need to utilize regular application of strong business acumen and subject matter expertise to understand program performance requirements, develop contractual and negotiation strategy, provide guidance, and influence results in support of program and financial objectives. Additionally, the Manager, Contracts is required to work closely with Program Management leadership, the Office of General Counsel, and cross-functional peers in support of program gate reviews, program management reviews, business strategy sessions, proposal reviews, risk management activities, and all other contractual related matters affecting the portfolio. The successful candidate will work with both internal and external customers to ensure successful program performance and influence outcomes to achieve desired results. The successful candidate must have a track record of success managing sophisticated contracts, familiarity with legal terms, attention to detail, leadership aptitude and be a self-starter. The successful candidate will be expected to have the prerequisite skills and experience to represent Raytheon with minimal oversight on significant transactions while having the ability to develop and maintain trusting relationships internally and externally.

Requirements

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 in US Government Contracting, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
Experience related to full cycle contracts management
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
DoD Clearance: Secret
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Nice To Haves

An active transferrable Top-Secret clearance
Experience in working in classified environments
Contractual acumen with demonstrated proficiency in contract fundamentals
Familiarity with Other Transaction Agreements, Intellectual Property, license agreements, or teaming agreements
Experience managing development contracts in a fast-paced competitive environment
Proven record of responsiveness with strong time management and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Analyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), proposal reviews and coordination, contract negotiation, support program management and executive reviews, and general contract administration.
Work closely with the Portfolio Directors, Program Managers, Engineers, Finance, and Supply Chain to manage the successful execution of contracts.
Identify, mitigate, and drive resolution of contractual issues as they may arise.
Ensure that negotiated terms and conditions comply with company policies.
Provide guidance regarding contractual and business issues, rights and obligations, and possible mitigation of contractual and programmatic risks.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers and internal partners.
Interface with customers for correspondence, contractual changes, and contractual issues.