Manager, Contracts (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-07-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-848 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 848

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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​

Security Clearance Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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 an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Contracts in the Air Dominance (AD) product line within the Air & Space Defense Systems strategic business unit.  The person in this role will be a strategic member of the AD Contracts team, who will manage front-end assessment of business pursuits, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer relationship management within company policies, acquisition regulations, and customer requirements/specifications for various types of United Sates Government (USG) Depart of War (DoW) contracts.  

AD is a challenging, fast-paced environment which will be well suited for a highly motivated, well-organized person who enjoys working in an exciting, collaborative team environment.

This position is eligible for a Sign-On bonus and Relocation Assistance

What You Will Do

• Review request for proposals (RFPs), structuring balanced business deals, establishing negotiation strategy, formalizing contractual documents, and frequent customer interface (virtual and in-person)

• Work closely with Raytheon leadership by advising contractual rights and obligations and means to mitigate contractual/program risks, compiling and analyze data, maintaining historical information, and providing recommendations for a balanced business deal

• Manage multiple contracts as the primary interface with the customers’ Prime Contracting Officers (PCOs)

• Conduct timely and effective negotiations and resolution of customer issues to maximize key financial metrics (i.e., bookings, sales, cash, profit, etc.)

• Work independently, yet recognize matters that require leadership review and buy-in

• Multi-task routine and complex contract and proposal activities while responding to unplanned quick response requirements as they emerge

• Draft complex letters that communicate Raytheon's business position effectively

• Travel to a Raytheon or customer facility as needed for program and/or customer meetings

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years’ experience

• Experience with U.S. Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) and related government regulations

• Experience with Management/Administration in one or more of the following: Contracts Subcontracts, Procurement, Acquisitions or Supply Chain

• Active and transferable Secret U.S. Government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start date

Qualifications We Prefer

• Mature judgment, proactive involvement in strategic issues and problem resolution skills

• Hands-on proposal preparation or negotiation experience

• Professional, effective written and verbal communication skills

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

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