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Date Posted:

2025-09-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ862: 3360 Hemisphere Loop Bldg M10 3360 East Hemisphere Loop Building M10, Tucson, AZ, 85706 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

Raytheon has an exciting opportunity for a **Principal Specialist, Contracts** role in the Javelin JV programs residing within the Precision Fires & Maneuvers Sub-Strategic Business Unit (SSBU) within Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS). This position will be responsible for supporting proposals, negotiations, contract execution and Customer interface for the Javelin Engineering Services portfolio. This portfolio includes Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Cost-Plus Fixed Fee Type contracts, ultimately supporting all phases of product life cycle. The selected candidate will be a member of a 6 person Contracts team led by the Raytheon Associate Director, Contracts for the Javelin Joint Venture portfolio of programs.

This portfolio is currently primarily comprised of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and Foreign Military Sale (FMS) contracting with opportunities for further growth. The position will be well suited for a highly motivated, well-organized person who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment with a key outside partner. Success in this position is defined as being a business partner with the assigned teams. Enablers for success include being able to effectively multitask; familiar with DoD contracting; and demonstrate good communication skills to be able to interface with all levels of internal and external customers.

This role will be co-located with the Javelin team working onsite in Tucson, AZ. Some travel may be required dependent on office location.

What You Will Do

+ Effectively communicate with internal and external customers

+ Analyze Requests for Proposal (RFP) related to Engineering Services Management (ESM), development of proposals in the Technical Directive Letter (TDL), proposal reviews and coordination, negotiation, contractual agreements, contracts execution, as well as general contract administration

+ Collaborate with the Contracts Lead and team members, Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Proposal Manager, Business/Estimating and Supply Chain

+ Support program management and execution reviews

+ Provide sound contract management to meet customer obligations, achieve company objectives, and comply with company policies

+ Provide guidance regarding contractual and business issues, advising stakeholders of contractual rights and obligations as well as possible mitigation of contractual/program risks

+ Examine and understand cost structure estimates of labor, material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness

+ Identify, mitigate, and drive the resolution of contractual issues as they may arise

Qualifications You Must Have

+ Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience

+ Experience in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and/or Department of Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) contracting

+ Experience with one or more of the following: Contracts Administration/ management, Program/Project Management, Supply Chain Management or Financial/Estimating Management

Qualifications We Prefer

+ Excellent communication skills

+ Excellent collaboration and leadership skills; demonstrated ability to work within a team environment and build effective relationships based on respect and trust

+ Experience in a position requiring multi-tasking and handling several assignments concurrently or similar project management or coordination

+ Ability to understand the financial aspects of contracts

+ FMS and/ or DCS experience

What We Offer

Our 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.

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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. #LI-ONSITE

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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

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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.

_RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act._

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