Manager, Contracts (Onsite)

RTX•Tewksbury, MA

2d•$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. The Naval Power (NP) Strategic Business Unit (SBU) has an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Contracts within the Naval Radar Systems program area. This acceleration lead will focus on the execution of the recently awarded SPY-6 Hardware Production and Sustainment (HP&S) contract extension. SPY-6 is the U.S. Navy family of radars that performs air and missile defense on seven classes of ships and is a giant leap in capability for the fleet. This role will be an integral part of the business teams, supporting strategic solutions, and providing dynamic recommendations for proposal, negotiation, and execution issues. The candidate should be an effective communicator, highly motivated, and well-organized who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment. Our Raytheon Contracts teammates are valued business partners, influencing and executing balanced business deals, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, all in support of the products and services we deliver to our customers. With a global portfolio of clients, partners, and suppliers, the development opportunities for our Contracts professionals are endless, both domestically and abroad.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
Experience in leading and/or administering U.S. Government contracts under the FAR, and / or DFARS (this may include proposal activity, contract negotiation, and/or change management)
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 with FMS contracts
Strong experience with Global Trade requirements, including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Experience with Incentive-type contracts, such as Fixed-Price Incentive Fee (FPIF) contracts
Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment and develop effective relationships based on respect and trust

Responsibilities

Advise and/or represent the organization on contract negotiation and administration matters under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and / or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
Facilitate and ensure constant communication and coordination with the internal/external customer program team
Draft, interpret, and manage contract documents in support of Contracts and the Business Unit
Respond to stakeholder inquiries in a timely and efficient manner.
Work autonomously with limited oversight and may provide input or guidance to lower-level professionals with tasks and assignments
Multi-task routine and complex contract activities while responding to unplanned quick response requirements as they emerge.
Provide sound contract management to meet customer obligations, achieve company objectives, and comply with company policies
Professionally represent Raytheon on contractual transactions and work closely with customers to develop business relationships
Effectively manage contractual scope and terms and conditions to ensure work is performed to the overall contract scope
Identify, mitigate, and drive the resolution of contractual issues as they may arise
Travel anticipated to support customer meetings