RTX
Aerospace and Defense
Manager,Contracts
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“Manager, Contracts at RTX. Skills: Contracts management, Risk assessment, Negotiations. Communicate with internal and external customers. Establish mutually beneficial relationships”
Industry & Context.
Problem solving
Security clearance, Active and existing security clearance required after day 1, DoD Clearance: Secret, Some travel, both domestic and international
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years' experience, Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Experience with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Experience in the development of proposals, Experience in negotiations, U. S. citizenship is required, Ability to obtain and maintain a U. S. government issued security clearance
Nice to Have
Demonstrated ability to shape results, Ability to communicate and influence leadership, Excellent communication skills, Proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with complex customers, Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment, Develop effective relationships based on respect and trust, Excellent time management and organizational skills
What You'll Do.
Communicate with internal and external customers
Establish mutually beneficial relationships
Influence business decisions
Investigate and resolve complex contractual matters
Apply critical thinking
Gather detailed information
Seek innovative contracting techniques
Collaborate with relevant stakeholders
Provide strategic advice and guidance
Mitigate risks and unauthorized changes
Develop pre-negotiation objectives
Implement negotiation strategy reviews
Support complex negotiations
Lead complex negotiations
Represent Raytheon independently
Develop and maintain trusting relationships
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborating with relevant stakeholders; Key member of the greater ESSM team
Communication Scope
Business communication
Full Job Description
**Date Posted:** 2026-06-02 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** US-AZ-TUCSON-810 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 810 (External Site) **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'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. The Naval Power Strategic Business Unit (SBU) has a challenging opportunity for a Manager, Contracts within the Shipboard Missiles Sub-Strategic Business Unit (SSBU) in the Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile (ESSM). This position will provide the necessary contracts management for a growing $500M+ portfolio. The ESSM program is structured as an international consortium between the U.S. and several NATO countries, with DoD, FMS, and DCS contracts. This role will report directly to the Associate Director of Contracts for ESSM as an individual contributor role, you will be an integral manager for a demanding multi-faceted, str
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