United States onlyDate Posted:
2024-04-26Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
RIN99: RTN Remote, IndianaPosition Role Type:
RemoteAt 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.
Position Overview:
Raytheon’s Land & Air Defense Systems (L&ADS) Business Unit has an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Contracts to manage Bahrain FMS contracts under the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) program area under Global Patriot. The selected candidate will be the Contracts lead for FMS Bahrain Programs reporting into the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) Contracts Lead under the Global Patriot Program Area Directorate Contracts team within the Land & Air Defense Systems (L&ADS) Business Unit.
As the Contracts lead, you will provide contractual oversight and leadership for Bahrain FMS contracts. You will have business acumen, subject matter expertise, and program knowledge to understand program performance, provide guidance and influence outcomes to achieve program and financial objectives. You will lead the robust change management process and be able to recognize and eliminate ambiguities or unauthorized changes that could result in cost overruns, delivery and performance problems, and/or schedule delays. You will develop and implement strategies to deal with complex issues that require detailed information gathering, analysis and investigation. You will review Request for Proposals (RFPs), Contract Change Proposals, and Request for Equitable Adjustments (REAs) for requirements and risks, ensure proposed solutions meet customer requirements, address risks, while meeting company policies and standards.
We are looking for a passionate Contracts professional with strong customer relationship skills to accept a high degree of responsibility within a fast-paced, dynamic environment consisting of complex programs.
Responsibilities to Anticipate:
- Be the primary Contract Lead for the program in all contract pursuits, proposals, negotiations, and support the program in execution management, resulting in achieving program and business area objectives.
- Utilize strong and regular communication with key leaders both internally and externally including with U.S. Government customers while building and managing effective business relationships.
- Understand to recognize business and contractual issues in program performance and provide solutions to the program.
- Work with key partners; Program Managers, Business/Estimating, and Office of General Counsel and advise management of contractual rights/obligations and the means to mitigate contractual/program risks.
- Research compliance issues, applicable regulations and laws, and formulate recommendations to management.
- Seek innovative contracting techniques to ensure mutually benefitting outcomes for both the customer and Raytheon, as well as the international partners (end users).
- Have ability and willingness to travel to support program needs (including internationally).
Basic Qualifications:
- 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 and international contracting, foreign military sales (FMS)
- 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
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of financial aspects of contracts and other business arrangements
- Ability to lead negotiation strategy and using strong negations skills
- Experience with ITAR Foreign Military Sales (FMS) exemption and ITAR Part 130 reporting process
- Be an effective communicator both orally and in writing; with strong analytical skills and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to achieve Program objectives
- Demonstrated ability to establish a close working relationship with the Program Office, and supporting Functional Leads, as well as the Customer, based on respect and trust
- Strong multi-tasking and handling several assignments to include excellent time management and organizational skills
- Demonstrates cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Ability to adapt to changing business environment.
- MBA or Juris Doctor or other relevant Advanced Degrees
- Active current DoD Security Clearance (Secret)
Additional Information:
* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.
Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.
Clearance: 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm
The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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