Raytheon
Principal Specialist, Contracts
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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Specialist, Contracts supporting the Space Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (SISR) mission area within the Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). This role will support the Intelligence, Engineering, and Operations (IEO) Product Area. As a key member of this Contract's team, this position will support the day-to-day contract execution for several prime contractor and subcontractor programs that focus on delivering and sustaining complex software-based systems to support our Intelligence Community and/or the Department of Defense (DoD) customers. The position will report directly to the Contracts Manager within the IEO Product Area and will need to collaborate closely with various Program Managers and other Cross-functional teams. Our Contracts teammates are valued business partners, influencing and executing balanced business deals, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, all in support of the products and services we deliver to our customers. With a global portfolio of clients, partners, and suppliers, the development opportunities for our Contracts professionals are endless, both domestically and abroad. What You Will Do
Interface with customers for correspondence, contractual changes and contractual issues Influence others through the explanation of facts, policies and practices Investigate and resolve contractual matters by critically thinking, gathering detailed information, seeking innovative contracting techniques, and proactively collaborating with relevant stakeholders Provide advice/guidance on contractual rights/obligations, regulations, and policy/procedure to mitigate risks and unauthorized changes Occasional travel to other domestic Raytheon sites and customer locations 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 Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret/SCI security clearance is required prior to start date Experience in the administration, negotiations and/or management of contracts, procurement, supply chain, U.S. Government, Federal and/or State or Municipal contracts administrated and/or support functions Experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and/or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Qualifications We Prefer
Demonstrated ability to deliver solutions and contribute to results Experience in proposals development Ability to collaborate effectively with geographically disperse internal and external partners Strong decision making within a defined framework Self-motivated to identify own learning opportunities and engagement Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At Raytheon we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation
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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Specialist, Contracts supporting the Space Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (SISR) mission area within the Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). This role will support the Intelligence, Engineering, and Operations (IEO) Product Area. As a key member of this Contract's team, this position will support the day-to-day contract execution for several prime contractor and subcontractor programs that focus on delivering and sustaining complex software-based systems to support our Intelligence Community and/or the Department of Defense (DoD) customers. The position will report directly to the Contracts Manager within the IEO Product Area and will need to collaborate closely with various Program Managers and other Cross-functional teams. Our Contracts teammates are valued business partners, influencing and executing balanced business deals, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, all in support of the products and services we deliver to our customers. With a global portfolio of clients, partners, and suppliers, the development opportunities for our Contracts professionals are endless, both domestically and abroad. What You Will Do
Interface with customers for correspondence, contractual changes and contractual issues Influence others through the explanation of facts, policies and practices Investigate and resolve contractual matters by critically thinking, gathering detailed information, seeking innovative contracting techniques, and proactively collaborating with relevant stakeholders Provide advice/guidance on contractual rights/obligations, regulations, and policy/procedure to mitigate risks and unauthorized changes Occasional travel to other domestic Raytheon sites and customer locations 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 Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret/SCI security clearance is required prior to start date Experience in the administration, negotiations and/or management of contracts, procurement, supply chain, U.S. Government, Federal and/or State or Municipal contracts administrated and/or support functions Experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and/or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Qualifications We Prefer
Demonstrated ability to deliver solutions and contribute to results Experience in proposals development Ability to collaborate effectively with geographically disperse internal and external partners Strong decision making within a defined framework Self-motivated to identify own learning opportunities and engagement Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At Raytheon we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation