Principal Specialist, Contracts (Onsite)

RTX•Goleta, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Specialist, Contracts will join the Radio Frequency Solutions (RFS) Contracts team within the Advanced Products and Solutions Sub Business Unit (SBU) at Raytheon. This role is responsible for proposal preparation, negotiations, contract management, and adherence to policies, practices, and procedures. The position will support dynamic contracts with numerous internal and external customers, specifically within the Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) portfolio. Success is defined by being a dependable and critical partner to assigned Program Teams, supporting the Raytheon mission. Key enablers include effective multitasking, strong communication skills for interfacing with all levels of customers, and critical thinking for contractual advice and risk mitigation.

Requirements

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 in leading and/or administering U.S. Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and / or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)
U.S. citizenship is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance
Active and existing Secret DoD Security Clearance required after day 1

Nice To Haves

Ability to multi-task with routine and complex contract/proposal activities while responding to emerging quick response activities
Experience with proposals and contracts of medium to high complexity
Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional internal and external stakeholders, including customers and leadership teams
Mature judgment, proactive involvement in strategic issues and problem resolution skills
Experience developing and maintaining high-performing relationships with internal and external stakeholders and customers

Responsibilities

Participation in the review, analysis, and negotiation of Terms and Conditions
Proposal management and business risk mitigation
Prepare customer proposal submittals including offer letters, representations and certifications, and other RFP documentation as required
Own contract management and administration actions across the acquisition lifecycle
Draft, interpret, and manage contract documents
Adhere to and comply with standardized procedures and compliance documentation
Interface with internal and external customers, and respond to stakeholder inquiries in a timely and efficient manner
Use critical thinking and proactive collaboration with cross-functional teammates to investigate and resolve difficult, and sometimes complex, matters
Provide advice/guidance on contractual rights/obligations, regulations, and policy/procedure to mitigate risks and unauthorized changes
Work autonomously with limited oversight
Contract closeout activities including material and property dispositioning, patent reporting and final invoicing