Principal Specialist, Contracts, Global Hawk (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-07-31

Country:

United States of America

Location:

CA320: El Seg.-So. Campus Bldg E01 2000 East El Segundo Boulevard Building E01, El Segundo, CA, 90245 USA

Position 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 Company has an opening for a Principal Specialist, Contracts (P3) supporting the Global Hawk sustainment programs within the Surveillance & Tactical Radar Solutions (STaRS) product area of the Advanced Products and Solutions (APS) Strategic Business Area. The Principal Specialist will be responsible for the Global Hawk sustainment contracts and will report to the Sr. Manager, Contracts of the Operational Systems Sustainment Directorate.

What You Will Do

• Work with the Program Managers and functional program team members to review Request for Proposals (RFPs), draft and submit various proposals and lead contract negotiations.
• Fully support post-award contract administration.
• Identify risks and advise management of contractual rights and obligations. 
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures and business/financial goals are achieved. 
• Act as a team player and work well within a team to develop and maintain excellent relationships with internal and external customers. 
• Use excellent time management and organizational skills capable in multi-tasking while delivering timely, high-quality products.
• Demonstrate professional presence and outstanding written, verbal communication skills to influence business decisions and outcomes.

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 of experience
• Proposals experience, such as cost structure, performance requirements, delivery schedules terms and conditions
• Experience with U.S. Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplemental (DFARS) and related government regulations
• Experience in supporting multiple contract types and change management such as Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Cost-Reimbursable and Time and Material (T&M)
• 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

• Working knowledge in the use and application of APEX, ICMS and SAP
• Demonstrated business acumen; ability to clearly recognize risk elements in business transactions
• Team Player with thorough interpersonal skills working effectively within team environment and customers to drive results
• Experience developing, managing or mentoring individual contributors
• Computer proficiency; experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Adobe
• Certified Federal Contracts Management (CFCM) professional certification,
• Existing DoD Secret Security Clearance

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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• RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. (Select the one that fits the role type of the req)

‒ Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More informatio