Date Posted:2026-06-02
Country:United States of America
Location:US-TX-REMOTE
Position Role Type:Remote
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current
Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1
We have an opening for a
Principal Specialist, Contracts supporting our Terrain Following Radar program that specializes in radar solutions. 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.
The 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 Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) activity within this role accompanied by associated Terms and Conditions review and negotiation.
Additionally, the
Principal Specialist, Contracts is required to work closely with Program Management leadership, and cross-functional peers in support of program gate reviews, program management reviews, proposal reviews, and all other contractual related matters affecting the portfolios.
We are seeking a Contracts professional with business acumen and initiative who thrives and enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment and can navigate complex contractual landscapes, manage risk, and foster strong internal and external customer relationships. Your efforts will be critical to delivering products critical to Raytheon and the warfighter.
What You Will Do - Collaborate with Program Managers, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain and be critical member of the PMO
- Develop and respond to Request for Proposals (RFP), contract negotiation, contract administration, non-disclosure agreements, and other business agreements
- Manage these contract types: Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Domestic Commercial Sales (DCS)
- Work with local DCMA/DCAA on government contracts
- Interface with customers for correspondence, contractual changes and contractual issues
- Influence others through the explanation of facts, policies and practices
- Investigate and resolve contractual matters by critically thinking, gathering detailed information, and proactively collaborating with relevant stakeholders
- Provide advice/guidance on contractual rights/obligations, regulations, and policy/procedure to mitigate risks and unauthorized changes
- Advise and/or represent the organization on contract negotiation and administration matters
- Advise management of contractual rights and obligations and means to mitigate contractual/program risks; compile and analyze data; and maintain historical records
- 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
Qualifications You Must Have - 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 working in Contracts, Subcontracts, and / or Finance
- Experience with U.S. Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and/or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplemental (DFARS)
Qualifications We Prefer- Experience developing and maintaining high-performance relationships with internal and external stakeholders and customers
What We OfferOur values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
Learn More & Apply Now! Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
Remote: This position currently is designated as remote. Employees who are working in remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home) but may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. The successful candidate for this role will be required to reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. territories).
Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm
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As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
