Principal Specialist, Contracts - Global Hawk (Remote)

RTX•Sacramento, CA

5d•Remote

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – 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. We have an opening for a Principal Specialist, Contracts supporting our Surveillance & Tactical Advanced Radar Solutions (STaRS) product area within Radio Frequency Solutions (RFS). This product line falls under the Advanced Products & Solutions (APS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). In this role, you will be responsible for cradle-to-grave contract administration activities to include proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and contract closeout. You will enable significant customer activities to fulfill contract requirements in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. A successful candidate will contribute to sole source and competitive pursuits, as well as execution efforts, with our customer. You will handle Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) based, Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) compliant efforts, and collaborate with leadership, customers, and cross-functional teams to achieve business 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, proposal reviews, and all other contractual related matters affecting the portfolios

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 one or more of the following: Contracts, Subcontracts, or Procurement under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and / or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) (to include proposal preparation/review and negotiations)
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience with direct engagement with external customers
Experience with administration and negotiation of proposals and contracts of medium to high complexity, to include commercial contracts
Excellent time management and organizational skills are essential
Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional internal and external stakeholders, including customers and leadership teams
Experience working Sole Source Proposals, subject to the Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (commonly known as the TINA)

Responsibilities

Advise and/or represent the organization on contract negotiation and administration matters
Participate in and/or conduct front-end assessments of proposals, negotiates and executes contracts, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements and customer specifications
Prepares bids; process specifications, progress, and other reports; advise management of contractual rights and obligations and means to mitigate contractual/program risks; compile and analyze data; and maintain historical records
Examine and understand Forward Pricing Rates, Cost structure estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness
Work autonomously with limited oversight and may provide input or guidance to lower-level professionals with tasks and assignments
Multi-task routine and complex contract and proposal activities while responding to unplanned quick response requirements as they emerge