Principal Specialist, Contracts (Remote)

RTX • Atlanta, GA

4d • Remote

About The Position

At RTX, the world 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.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Specialist, Contracts within our Advanced Products & Solutions Strategic Business Unit. This role will closely partner with functional program team members to understand, guide and support performance of contractual requirements and provide contracts knowledge and support in creative contracting solutions to enable achieving program and business goals.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Specialist, Contracts within our Advanced Products & Solutions Strategic Business Unit. This role will closely partner with functional program team members to understand, guide and support performance of contractual requirements and provide contracts knowledge and support in creative contracting solutions to enable achieving program and business goals.

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 of experience
• Experience in contracts administration (i.e. proposal preparation, negotiations, or other contracts support activity)
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and/or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplemental (DFARS) and related government regulations

Nice To Haves

• Experience with proposals and contract administration of U.S. Government and Direct Commercial Sale sustainment contracts including Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), and Time & Material (T&M) contract types
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively within team environment and with customers to foster trust and drive results
• Professional presence complemented by excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence others
• Strong time management and organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment while delivering timely, high-quality products
• Demonstrated business acumen with ability to recognize risk elements in business transactions across a diverse portfolio of customers

Responsibilities

• Travel to Raytheon and customer locations as required
• Support during core working hours of 9 am to 5 pm in the Eastern Time zone
• Provide support to Request for Proposal assessments, proposal generation, and contract negotiation
• Provide guidance and support to program team to ensure compliance with internal policies/procedures and the regulatory environment while ensuring business/financial goals are achieved
• Identify risks, assess performance requirements scope applicability, advise management of contractual rights and obligations, and manage the contracts in the portfolio post-award
• Support program gate reviews, program management reviews, business strategy sessions, proposal reviews, and risk management activities
• Act as the focal point of contact with the customer for all contractual matters, change management, and driving contractual issues to closure
• Assist in managing internal and external customer relationships to ensure key customer desires are met
• Interface with customers during the contract execution phase and advise the program team in carrying out the terms of the contract and offering solutions to mitigate contractual/program risks
• Compile and analyze data and maintain historical records

Benefits

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• 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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees