Principal Specialist, Contracts (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-03-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-WESTFORD-WFD7 ~ 7 Technology Park Dr ~ BLDG 7

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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.

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 opening for a Principal Specialist, Contracts supporting our Global Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) Sensors Contracts Team to join our team working out of Westford, MA in a hands-on, collaborative environment. In this role, you will be responsible for cradle-to-grave contract administration activities to include proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and contract closeout.  You will enable significant customer activities to fulfill contract requirements in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. A successful candidate will contribute to sole source and competitive pursuits, as well as execution efforts, with our customer.  You will handle Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) based, Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) compliant efforts, and Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) activity within this role accompanied by associated Terms and Conditions review and negotiation. The Principal Specialist, Contracts will collaborate closely with Program Management leadership, the Office of General Counsel, and cross-functional teams to support program gate reviews, program management reviews, proposal evaluations, and all other contract-related matters impacting the portfolios.

The successful candidate will be required to work onsite at the following RTX location: Westford, MA.

What You Will Do

• Advise and/or represent the organization on contract negotiation and administration matters.

• Draft, interpret, and manage contract documents in support of Contracts and the Business Unit.

• Comply and support any Import / Export (ITAR/EAR) compliance requirements.

• Facilitate and ensure constant communication and coordination with the internal/external customer program team.

• Participate in the review, analysis, and negotiation of Terms and Conditions.

• Adhere to and comply with standardized corporate procedures and compliance documentation.

• Respond to stakeholder inquiries in a timely and efficient manner.

• Disseminate (“Flowdown”) customer contractual requirements within the organization.

• Act as liaison between internal and external customers.

• Perform proposal management and business risk mitigation.

• Perform Accounts Receivable management.

• Work autonomously with limited oversight and may provide input or guidance to lower-level professionals with tasks and assignments.

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

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

• Experience in leading and/or administering U.S. Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and / or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) (to include proposal preparation, contract negotiation, change management).

• Experience working Sole Source Proposals, subject to the Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (commonly known as the TINA).

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with direct engagement with external customers.

• Experience with Contracts administration and negotiation of proposals and contracts of medium to high complexity, to include commercial contracts.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills are essential.

• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional internal and external stakeholders, including customers and leadership teams.

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

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.

• No Relocation will available for this role

Please consider the following role type definition 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.

• Location:   WESTFORD, MA.

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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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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