Senior Manager, Contracts; Onsite

Date Posted:  Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808 Position Role Type:
Onsite 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:
DoD Clearance:
Top Secret Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Raytheon has an opening for a Senior Manager, Contracts within our Advanced (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Advanced Effectors & Space (AE&S) Contracts organization, which focuses on key pursuits as well as development efforts that serve as the growth engine and front end of the business, critical to the future growth of Raytheon.

The selected candidate will lead a team of contract professionals responsible for contract administration and capture activities supporting key development programs. This role focuses on team leadership, major classified pursuits, and effective contract execution across efforts that contribute to Raytheon’s long‑term growth.

The Classified Portfolio is a fast‑paced environment, and the Senior Manager, Contracts will serve as a trusted business partner to Program Leadership, providing sound contracting guidance and support aligned with program and business objectives. Our Raytheon Contracts teammates are valued business partners, influencing and executing balanced business deals, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, all in support of the products and services we deliver to our customers.

With a global portfolio of customers, partners, and suppliers, the development opportunities for our Contracts professionals are endless, both domestically and abroad. A Top-Secret Clearance is required on Day 1. This position is designated onsite at Raytheon Tucson. This position is eligible for Relocation and a Sign-On bonus!

Lead, manage, mentor, and develop a team of contract professionals, overseeing workload, performance, and career development. Serve as the senior Contracts authority for the classified portfolio. Develop and execute classified contract strategies that support technology maturation, prototyping, and other development efforts. Lead negotiation and administration of complex, classified U.S. Government contracts (CPFF, CPIF, T&M, FFP). Support development and response to Request for Proposals (RFP), contract negotiation, contract administration, non-disclosure agreements, and other business agreements.

Oversee proposal development, terms and conditions analysis, risk identification, and negotiation planning for both competitive and sole-source efforts. Provide business and contract guidance that influences program planning, technical decision-making, and customer engagement. Support internal reviews, audits, gate reviews, pricing strategy discussions, and customer meetings. Collaborate with Government counterparts and partner with PMO functional teams to ensure compliant and effective contract execution.

Manage customer communications, contractual changes, and issue resolution while cultivating and sustaining a positive, trust-based relationship with the Contracting Officer. Travel Requirements are minimal. This role is designated as on-site…