Manager, Contracts (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-04-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

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

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world 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.

Raytheon has an exciting opportunity for a Contract Manager within the Naval Power Strategic Business Unit (SBU). This role supports Development efforts for the Standard Missile-2/Standard Missile-6 (SM-2/SM-6) program within the Shipboard Missiles portfolio by providing contract management support of significant scope and complexity and ensuring compliance with company and regulatory requirements for proposal, negotiation and contract execution.

Our Contracts teammates are valued business partners, influencing and executing balanced business deals, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and working with the program to ensure mutual long-term success all in support of the products and services we deliver to our customers.

We are seeking a highly motivated, well-organized individual who enjoys working on collaborative, cross-functional teams. Your responsibilities will include developing creative approaches to solving problems while employing sound change management and communication skills. Minimal travel may be required to other Raytheon site locations.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• Professionally represent Raytheon on contractual transactions and work closely with customers to develop business relationships.
• Work with key partners; Program Managers, Business/Finance, Estimating, and advise management of contractual rights/obligations and the means to mitigate contractual/program risks.
• Seek innovative contracting techniques to ensure mutually benefitting outcomes for both the customer and Raytheon.
• Identify, mitigate, and facilitate the resolution of contractual issues as they may arise.
• Support the analysis of RFPs, development of proposals, proposal reviews and coordination, negotiations as well administration of contractual agreements, and execution and close out of contracts.
• Provide sound contract management to meet customer obligations, achieve company objectives, and comply with company policies.
• Research compliance issues, applicable regulations and laws, and formulate recommendations to management.

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 in management of complex contracts and/or subcontracts including proposal preparation and / or contract negotiation for development, production, and/or service contracts
• Experience in Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) terms and conditions

Qualifications We Value:

• Be an effective communicator both orally and in writing, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to achieve Program objectives
• Ability to recognize business and contractual issues in program performance and help implement solutions
• Ability to adapt to changing business environments, while working tasks to completion and exercising good judgment with minimal supervision
• Related contract administration and change management experience, including hands-on proposal preparation and contract negotiations with the Government
• Strong understanding of financial aspects of contracts and other business arrangements
• Active current DoD Security Clearance (Secret)
• MBA or Juris Doctor or other relevant Advanced Degrees

What We Offer

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

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Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

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.

This position is offering relocation assistance.

This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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