Principal Specialist, Contracts - PATRIOT (Onsite)

RTX•Tewksbury, MA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and shared mission – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. The Land and Air Defense Systems (LADS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU) has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Specialist, Contracts within the Global Patriot program area. This role will support a major NATO Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) portfolio with more than $2B in contracts. In this role, you will be responsible for customer communication, contract management, change management, the contractual management of engineering design, coordination of invoicing, fulfillment of contract requirements in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. You will need to utilize regular application of thorough business acumen and subject matter expertise to understand program performance requirements, provide guidance, and influence results in support of program and financial objectives. Additionally, the Principal Specialist, 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. This role will work with both internal and external customers to ensure programs' performance, provide guidance, and influence outcomes to achieve desired results. The successful candidate should have a track record of success in DCS contracting including terms and conditions, contract execution, milestone payment plans and with an excellent financial background. The successful candidate will also be expected to have the prerequisite skills and experience to represent Raytheon independently on significant transactions while having ability to develop and maintain trusting relationships with complex customers.

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 with Contracts or Subcontracts/Procurement administration or management

Nice To Haves

Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to shape results in support of goals, including ability to communicate and guide executive leadership
Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment and develop effective relationships based on respect and trust
Experience working in the missile defense market
Active US Government DoD Secret Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Effectively communicate with internal and external customers to establish mutually beneficial relationships and influence business decisions
Balance Contract Execution and Business Capture responsibilities to help both sustain and grow the portfolio.
Implement strategies to improve acquisition timelines and customer pace of contractual actions
Investigate and resolve complex contractual matters by applying astute critical thinking, gathering detailed information, seeking creative contracting techniques, and proactively collaborating with relevant stakeholders
Provide strategic advice and guidance on numerous contractual rights/obligations, regulations, and policy/procedure to mitigate risks and unauthorized changes
Draft and review proposals to ensure proposed solutions meet customer requirements, represent a balanced risk/opportunity posture and deliver a financially sound business case while meeting company policies and standards
Some international travel may be required to meet with the customer