Senior Proposal Manager; Onsite

Senior Proposal Manager – Strategic Communications (SC) at Raytheon, part of the Collins Aerospace group. This onsite U.S. citizen position requires an existing, transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance that must be active on day one.

Report directly to the Strategic Planning and Processes (SPP) Associate Director and coordinate closely with Estimating and Pricing, the PMO, Engineering, Contracts, Supply Chain, and other key functional organizations to oversee all proposal management activities for the Strategic Communications business portfolio.

• Execute timely development, analysis, and completion of proposals through collaboration with functions across the business area.
• Ensure proposals meet quality, schedule, and affordability targets for Raytheon and our customers.
• Develop and champion innovative methodologies to accelerate and improve contract awards.
• Direct and oversee coordination of proposal evaluation notices, fact‑finding questions, and/or final proposal revisions with senior leadership.
• Assist teams with proposal kickoffs, providing outlines for the Proposal Response and formatting guidance.
• Provide guidance and strategy for Submit Gates, mentoring proposal team members on role delegation, responsibilities, and decision‑making at the lowest responsible level.
• Coordinate staffing on proposals, working with designated proposal leads and priorities to ensure timely delivery and manage pre‑RFPs as appropriate.
• Leverage internal and external stakeholder networks to shape requirements.
• Emphasize compliance with export/import regulations, the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, and equivalent export‑control and business‑ethics regulations of foreign customers and partners.
• Multi‑task across more than one proposal at a time, assisting the Capture Manager in guiding proposal team personnel.
• Travel as needed, but no more than 10% of the time.

Travel: up to 10% of the time. Physical:
Able to lift up to 20 lbs.

• University degree with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 7 years of experience.
• Prior experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or equivalent program.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance required before starting.
• Experience managing and communicating across a highly matrixed organization, including finance, contracts, engineering, and supply chain.
• Experience establishing proposal response timelines, tracking, and providing status updates throughout the proposal lifecycle.

• Experience managing and communicating across complex internal and external relationships, including a prime contractor and the U.S. government.
• Experience in Supply Chain, Estimating, Capture Management, Finance, or Project Management functions.
• Experience in proposal and/or contract management, preferably on multi‑year efforts.
• Experience managing cost, schedule, and performance, including earned‑value or similar in a deadline‑driven environment.
• DAU certification.
• PMP certification.
• Understanding of DoD acquisition processes and DAU Program Management.
• Understanding of TINA compliance.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Salary range: $132,400 – $251,600.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and lifetime income strategy.
• Tuition reimbursement program and student loan repayment.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and optional pet/housing coverage.
• Parental leave benefits, including adoption assistance.
• Health and wellness programs:
  Ovia Health, fertility and family planning, wellness rewards, virtual doctor visits.
• Child and elder care services via Bright Horizons.
• Eligibility for relocation benefits.

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. 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.