Date Posted:

2025-08-12

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ204: RMS Rita Road Bldg 9020 9000 South Rita Rd Building 9020, Tucson, AZ, 85747 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Raytheon has an immediate opening for a temporary Contracts Manager.  This hybrid role will provide key support to captures and proposals on development programs within the Advanced Hypersonic Weapons portfolio under Raytheon’s Advanced Technology business unit. This area requires quick-turn proposal responses and novel contracting approaches. This position offers the candidate a broad opportunity to engage in varied contract activities across critical execution programs and strategic pursuits. 

The assignment length may vary based on business need but is anticipated to last approximately nine months.

What You Will Do:

Perform as key contributor during the pre-proposal strategy, proposal development, negotiation and start up phases of the program.Lead analysis of Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Information (RFIs).Lead negotiations.Professionally represent Raytheon on contractual transactions and work closely with customers to develop business relationships.Work with key partners; Program Managers, Business/Finance, Estimating, and advise management of contractual rights/obligations and the means to mitigate contractual/program risks.Seek innovative contracting techniques to ensure mutually benefitting outcomes for both the customer and Raytheon.Identify, mitigate, and facilitate the resolution of contractual issues as they may arise.Provide sound contract management to meet customer obligations, achieve company objectives, and comply with company policies.Research compliance issues, applicable regulations and laws, and formulate recommendations to management.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years’ experienceExperience in proposal preparation and contract negotiationsExperience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) terms and conditionsU.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

Prior subcontracts experienceStrong collaboration and relationship building skills cross-functionally with the program office, leads and customers demonstrating trust, respect and accountability   Excellent time management and organizational skills, and the ability to handle numerous assignments concurrentlyWillingness to provide experienced guidance and support to junior team members on contractual complexities

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

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. The ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader

This is a temporary position of an undetermined length

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

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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