Principal Specialist, Contracts (Remote)

Date Posted:

2026-08-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

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 Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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.

We have exciting opportunities for­ Principal Specialist, Contracts positions within the Undersea Systems portfolio under the Naval Power Strategic Business Unit. This role will support the preparation and submission of various proposals for new business including spares, repairs, modernization, across multiple customers, as well as closely partner with functional program team members to understand, guide and support performance of contractual requirements.

In this highly visible role, you'll provide contractual guidance and support to the business, programs and proposal teams and across all phases of the contract lifecycle while having the opportunity to lead Contracts Management activities across a broad portfolio.

What You Will Do

• Work closely with the Portfolio Directors, Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Finance, and Supply Chain to manage successful execution of contracts. 
• Identify, mitigate, and drive resolution of contractual issues as they may arise. 
• Ensure that negotiated terms and conditions comply with company policies. 
• Provide guidance regarding contractual and business issues, rights and obligations, and possible mitigation of contractual and programmatic risks. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers and internal partners. 
• Interface with customers for correspondence, contractual changes, and contractual issues. 

What You Will Learn

• Contracting with multiple Government and non-Government customers via traditional and non-traditional contract vehicles. 
• Take an active role in managing contracts and engaging directly with program leadership. 
• Development and Production focused contracts to meet domestic, FMS and Subcontractor requirements. 
• Business management reviews with leadership support such as quarterly EAC Reviews. 

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 related to contracts management, program management, business management, finance and / or supply chain processes and procurement 
• Experience with contracts, terms and conditions, RFP's, RFQ's, FAR, DFARS or similar contracts experience 

Qualifications We Prefer

• Wide experience in contracts negotiations, execution and administration of various contracts aspects (including price, Statements of Work, terms, etc.), and agreements such as Proprietary Information Agreements 
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplemental (DFARS) requirements 
• Experience applying analysis and critical thinking for complex problem solving 
• Understanding of financial aspects of contracts and risk quantification  
• Experience with Intellectual Property (IP), licensing agreements, or teaming agreements 
• Experience with the Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (formerly known as TINA) 
• Advanced Degrees related, such as MBA, JD, Law Degree, master of science in finance, etc. 

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