Principal Specialist, Contracts (Onsite)

RTX•Goleta, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Specialist, Contracts, to join the Radio Frequency Solutions (RFS) Contracts team within the Advanced Products and Solutions Sub Business Unit (SBU) at Raytheon. The Contracts professional will be responsible for proposal preparation, negotiations, contract management, and adherence to policies, practices and procedures. As a Principal Specialist, Contracts, you’ll have the opportunity to support dynamic contracts with numerous internal and external customers. This position will be supporting contracts within the Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) portfolio. Success in this position is defined as being a dependable and critical partner with your assigned Program Teams in support of the Raytheon mission. Enablers for success include being able to effectively multitask, demonstrate good communication skills to interface with all levels of internal and external customers, and application of critical thinking to provide advice/guidance on contractual matters and risk mitigation.

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)
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Active and existing 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
Perform proposal management and business risk mitigation
Prepare customer proposal submittents 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