Principal Specialist, Contracts (Onsite)

RTX•Goleta, CA

1d•Onsite

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, Contacts , who will be responsible for proposal preparation and negotiation as well as contract management as well as advising and/or representing Raytheon on contract negotiations. We are offering a Sign-On bonus for this role!

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 in leading and/or administering U.S. Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and / or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)
Experience working Sole Source and Competitive Proposals

Nice To Haves

Ability to Multi-task with routine and complex contract/proposal activities while responding to emerging quick response activities
Experience with direct engagement with external customers
Experience with Contracts administration and negotiation of 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

Responsibilities

Participation in the review, analysis, and negotiation of Terms and Conditions
Perform proposal management and business risk mitigation
Prepare customer proposal submittals including offer letters, representations and certifications, and other RFP documentation as required
Draft, interpret, and manage contract documents in support of Contracts and Business Unit
Facilitate and ensure communication and coordination with the internal/external customer program team
Adhere to and comply with standardized corporate procedures and compliance documentation
Disseminate (“Flowdown”) customer contractual requirements within the organization
Act as liaison between internal and external customers and respond to stakeholder inquires in a timely and efficient manner
Work autonomously with oversight
Contract closeout activities including material and property dispositioning, patent reporting and final invoicing