Manager, Contracts (Onsite)

RTX•Tucson, AZ

5d•$107,500 - $204,500•Onsite

About The Position

The selected candidate will be the primary contracts lead within the AIM-9X & JSOW portfolio serving the US Navy and international partners. In this role you will be responsible for front-end assessment of business pursuits, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, change management, and ensuring contract requirements are fulfilled in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Additionally, you will also work diligently to develop and maintain strong relationships with the US Navy customer and internal program team, serving as a trusted business partner in proactively recognizing business and contractual challenges in program performance, and proactively developing, implementing, and executing creative contracting solutions. This position is located in Tucson, AZ and is offering relocation assistance.

Requirements

University degree (or equivalent) plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree plus 5 years of relevant experience
Experience with US Government contracts life-cycle
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
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Nice To Haves

Experience interfacing with external customers for proposals, negotiations, and/or contract execution
Strong contracts management and FAR/DFARS experience
Experience working within a team and demonstrated ability to advance business outcomes in a dynamic environment
Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated business judgement

Responsibilities

Analyze and interpret Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
Lead proposal preparation, negotiation strategy, and balanced business deal execution.
Build and maintain strong relationship with the US Navy customer to serve as the primary contractual interface and influence business outcomes.
Provide guidance to program team regarding contractual rights, obligations, and risk mitigation throughout execution of the contract lifecycle.
Ensure and enable compliance with FAR/DFARS and company policies and procedures.
Identify, mitigate, and resolve contractual issues using sound business judgement as a business partner to the program team.
Draft and deliver complex communications, both written and verbal.
Review Estimates at Completion (EACs) and other financial/contractual metrics.
Readily adapt in a dynamic environment while exercising sound business judgement.