Principal Specialist, Contracts (Remote)

RTX•US-AZ-REMOTE, AZ

9d•$86,800 - $165,200•Remote

About The Position

We have exciting opportunities for Principal Specialist, Contracts positions within the Ships, Systems, and Integration portfolio under the Naval Power Strategic Business Unit. This role will support the preparation and submission of various proposals for new business including spares, repairs, modernization, across multiple customers, as well as closely partner with functional program team members to understand, guide and support performance of contractual requirements. What You Will Do Work closely with the Portfolio Directors, Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Finance, and Supply Chain to manage 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. What You Will Learn Contracting with multiple Government and non-Government customers via traditional and non-traditional contract vehicles. Take an active role in managing contracts and engaging directly with program leadership. Development and Production focused contracts to meet domestic, FMS and Subcontractor requirements. Business management reviews with leadership support such as quarterly EAC Reviews.

Requirements

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
Experience related to contracts management, program management, business management, finance and / or supply chain processes and procurement
Experience with contracts, terms and conditions, RFP's, RFQ's, FAR, DFARS or similar contracts 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
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Nice To Haves

Wide experience in contracts negotiations, execution and administration of various contracts aspects (including price, Statements of Work, terms, etc.), and agreements such as Proprietary Information Agreements
Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplemental (DFARS) requirements
Experience applying analysis and critical thinking for complex problem solving
Understanding of financial aspects of contracts and risk quantification
Experience with Intellectual Property, license agreements, or teaming agreements
Advanced Degrees related, such as MBA, JD, Law Degree, master of science in finance, etc.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Portfolio Directors, Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Finance, and Supply Chain to manage 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.