Manager, Contracts; Onsite

Position: Manager, Contracts (contingent upon contract award of submitted pursuits) – Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) strategic business unit.

Location: Aurora, Colorado, USA.

Security Clearance: Must possess an active, transferable U.S. government‑issued clearance (TS/SCI) and U.S. citizenship. Clearance must be current on day one.

Salary: $107,500 – $204,500 USD. Sign‑on bonus offered.

• Work closely with Portfolio Directors, Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Business/Estimating, and Supply Chain to manage successful execution of contracts.
• Provide guidance on contractual and business issues, advising management of contractual rights and obligations and mitigating contractual/program risks.
• Act as key contributor during pre‑proposal strategy, proposal development, negotiation, and execution phases, including preparation of bids, contract management, and compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Analyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs).
• Work within cross‑functional teams to construct, submit, and negotiate Terms and Conditions and pricing proposals.
• Negotiate and execute contracts.
• Support program management and execution reviews.
• Work independently in a fast‑paced, multitask environment.
• Develop effective partnerships with customers and internal teams.

• Minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience with a university degree or equivalent, or minimum 5 years with an advanced degree in a related field.
• At least 5 years experience specifically with contracts.
• Experience with U.S. Government contracts under FAR and/or DFARS.
• Experience with contract types:
  Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Fixed Price Incentive Fee (FPIF), Cost‑Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), and Cost‑Plus Award Fee (CPAF).
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships with customers and internal partners based on teamwork and trust.
• Professional, effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Thorough analytical skills, excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability to varied business situations.
• Ability to multi‑task across multiple programs and demonstrate excellent time management and organization skills.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Scholar Program.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Potential eligibility for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs.

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, 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.