Principle Specialist, Contracts (Onsite) with Security Clearance

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Job description

Date Posted:
2024-09-25Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
AZ202: 3350 EHemisphere Loop Bldg M EHemisphere Loop Bldg M09 Building M09, Tucson, AZ, 85706 USAPosition Role Type:
Onsite 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 opening for a Principal Contracts Specialist supporting the Loitering Portfolio within the Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). This position focuses on Contract Execution, Contract Closeout, Government Property Transfers with our US Government customer. This portfolio is a growth engine for Raytheon's LADS SBU. Our Raytheon Contracts teammates are valued business partners, influencing and executing balanced and equitable business deals and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, all in support of the products and services we deliver to our customers. Working as a strategic business partner within Raytheon, our Contracts professionals fuel powerful ideas, develop meaningful relations, and work together to achieve and exceed business goals, with an aim to ensure mutual long-term success. This position offers you a broad opportunity to engage in product development, production and sustainment contract activities. We are looking for a Contracts professional that is passionate about relationships and collaboration. The successful candidate will have strong prior US Government Contracting experience and is capable of working in a fast-paced environment. This is an on-site position. Employees who are working in on-site roles will work primarily on-site (from Raytheon office). The Program team resides predominantly in AZ. What You Will Do: General contract administration.
Guides team regarding application of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements/compliance.
Discusses contractual terms and conditions, including R&O, with the proposal team and key stakeholders during contracts start-up and throughout the contract's life cycle, including closeout.
Identifies commitment and/or contractual requirement issues.
Supports financial forecasting process to include analysis and recommendations on awards, sales, operating margin, and cash.
Ensures compliance, review, and delivery of the compliant/fully approved proposal/offer.
Identifies and implements improvements to functional processes to ensure the organization's compliance and effectiveness.
Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires, a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years' experience
Experience with managing or administering US Government contracts, FAR and / or DFAR
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Qualifications We Prefer: Uses strong knowledge of DoD acquisition life cycle, acquisition policies and regulations under DFAR Works confidently and independently with internal and external partners
Communicates with clarity using simple language and sticks to concrete, specific information
Understands proprietary information requirements and other compliance requirements such as government property, global trade, privacy, etc.
Demonstrates the ability to interpret and communicate contract requirements
Ensures the contract document accurately reflects the agreement of the parties and the scope of work and acceptance criteria are fully understood
Demonstrates an understanding of proposal methodologies and financial metrics, including the financial implications that the decisions have on the company (e.g., relationship of risks, opportunities, and profit margin)
Provides resolution of routine business or technical issues by identifying solutions and recommending a course of action
Influences others within the work area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices
Demonstrates knowledge of latest acquisition-related legislation, rules, regulations, and their contractual impact to the business
Past experience in a position requiring multi-tasking and handling several assignments concurrently
Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role. On-Site: Employees who are working in On-Site roles will work primarily onsite (Raytheon office). This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Non-US citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), 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: The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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