Manager, Contracts, Tomahawk Development (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-10-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ807: RMS AP Bldg 807 1151 East Hermans Road Building 807, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

We have an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Contracts to lead and oversee the Tomahawk® program’s development portfolio within the Naval Power, Naval Air Missiles (NAM) contracts organization.

This role is an integral part of the business team providing strategic solutions and dynamic recommendations to leadership regarding contractual issues and proposal strategies in the program’s development pillar.   Tomahawk is an extremely complex, legacy franchise missile program, currently in a growth/expansion cycle. This role is responsible for the development portfolio consisting of several active classified and unclassified programs and strategic pursuits over the next year(s).  The development portfolio includes mainly FAR-based domestic contracts with the US Navy (NAVAIR).  

This team lead role has direct supervisor responsibilities for up to three contracts professionals, works collaboratively and regularly with the Production and Recertification Contracts team and reports to the Associate Director, Contracts for the overall Tomahawk program.

The position will be well suited for a highly motivated, well-organized person who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment. Your responsibilities will include developing creative approaches to solving problems while employing sound change management and communication skills.

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 clients, partners, and suppliers, the development opportunities for our Contracts professionals are endless, both domestically and abroad.

Our success is driven by a strong culture, investing in our people, and by embracing the perspectives of a diverse workforce. Our Contracts teammates fuel powerful ideas, develop meaningful relationships, and work together to achieve and exceed business goals.

We value diverse skills and experience, so don’t hold back. Your qualification could add tremendous value to our team. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you’re passionate about what you could accomplish here, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• Lead a team of two to three Contracts professionals, providing guidance to the team.
• Provide support and recommendations to program and senior management regarding contractual and business issues.
• Develop and implement strategies to deal with complex issues that require detailed information gathering, analysis and investigation.
• Provide strategic guidance beginning at receipt of Request for Proposals (RFPs) and continuing through program execution – these activities include understanding contractual rights and obligations and possible mitigation of contractual/program risks.
• Guide and mentor team members on proposal and negotiation excellence, contract execution, and other contractual support.
• Assess contracting risks and make recommendations based on a thorough analysis of all factors involved in a business situation.
• Conduct proposal reviews and coordination.
• Negotiate complex contracts and agreements (FAR-based and Commercial).
• Review estimate at completion (EAC).
• Support program management and execution reviews.
• Provide general contract administration support.
• Ensure that team’s work follows company processes and policies.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business, finance, or related field and 8 years of prior experience, OR an Advanced degree and 5 years of relevant experience
• Minimum of five years of applicable contract management / administration experience
• Experience with US Government contracts
• 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

Qualifications We Value:

• Proven leadership in a complex, fast-paced environment, where prioritization is required to be effective
• Extensive DOD Contractual experience with demonstrated ability to manage, teach and mentor junior contracts professionals