Contracts Manager

Date Posted:

2024-12-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

CA323: 2000 E Imperial Hwy Bldg R01 2000 East Imperial Highway Building R01, 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 is seeking a Manager, Contracts for our Advanced Products & Solutions Strategic Business Unit (APS)  to support the Radar Sustainment Portfolio within the Radio Frequency Solutions (RFS) SSBU. The successful candidate will work in a challenging, fast-paced environment.  This position will report to the Sr. Manager, Contracts for the RFS Radar Sustainment Portfolio.

This position is an onsite role to collaborate and support the program team located in El Segundo, CA.

 

What You Will Do:

• Closely partner with functional program team members to understand, guide and support performance of contractual requirements.

• Support the preparation and submission of various proposals for new business, including spares and repairs.

• Provide guidance and support to program team to ensure compliance with internal policies/procedures and the regulatory environment, while ensuring business/financial goals are achieved.

• Assist in managing internal and external customer relationships to ensure key customer desires are met. 

• Identify risks, assess performance requirements scope applicability and advise management of contractual rights and obligations, and manage the contracts in the portfolio post-award. 

• Interface with customers during the contract execution phase and must be prepared to advise the program team in carrying out the terms of the contract, offering solutions to mitigate contractual/program risks.

• Act as a focal point of contact with the customer for all contractual matters, change management, and driving contractual issues to closure.

What You Will Learn

• Wide breadth of complex problem-solving experience in dynamic performance environment under USG Contracts

• Potential for a company-sponsored certification

 Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business, finance, or related field and a minimum 8 years of prior experience, OR an Advanced degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience

• Experience with US Government (USG) contracts administration / management including proposals, cost structures, performance requirements, delivery schedules, terms and conditions or other closely related contracts experience

• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and / or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplemental (DFARS) and related government regulations

• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with proposals and contract administration of USG Sustainment contracts

• Experience handling a diverse portfolio of customers

• Experience with Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Fixed Price Incentive Fee (FPIF), Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Time & Material (T&M) contract types.

• Demonstrated business acumen; ability to recognize risk elements in business transactions

• Professional presence complemented by outstanding written and verbal communication skills and influencing skills

• Team Player with strong interpersonal skills working effectively within team environment and customers to drive results

• Flexible and capable of multi-tasking while delivering timely, high-quality products

• Ability to prioritize based on shifting business priorities in a fluid environment

• Focus on responsiveness with strong time management and organizational skills

• Computer proficiency; experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Adobe

• Advanced Degrees such as JD Law Degree or MBA or relevant Contracts Certifications such as CPCM or CFCM

 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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