Date Posted:2026-02-17
Country:United States of America
Location:US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807
Position Role Type:Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current
Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1
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 outstanding opportunity for an
Associate Director, Contracts within our Advanced Technology (AT) / Advanced Effectors & Space (AE&S) Contracts organization, which focuses on key pursuits as well as development efforts that serve as the growth engine and front end of the business, critical to the future growth of Raytheon.
This is a unique role requiring contractual strategic and leadership focus on the execution of major development efforts as well as key competitive pursuits across multiple customers. Additional contractual strategic focus areas include areas of commonality across large development programs within the Advanced Effectors & Space (AE&S) Sub-Strategic Business Unit - potential execution issues, change management, and intellectual property. This role includes leadership of a Contracts team supporting two portfolios (Advanced Hypersonic Weapons and Advanced Emerging Technologies) within AE&S, with direct supervisory responsibility for a team of six (6) Contracts professionals. Please note that this role is designated as onsite in Tucson, Arizona.
Raytheon's Advanced Technology (AT) business incubates capabilities that fuel the future of defense. With a focus on cutting-edge components to full-scale solutions, early ideation to production readiness, seabed to space, we shape the systems and solutions that advance how tomorrow's battles are fought and won. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems in collaboration with leading research and development organizations, defense agencies, peers and partners to create a safer, more secure world. We bring the backing of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's missions and to stay ahead of tomorrow's threats.
Raytheon provides the industry's most advanced end-to-end solutions, delivering the advantage of one innovative partner that connects vision with precision to detect, track, intercept and neutralize threats. We're on a mission to create a safer future by being the place our customers turn to tackle their most complex challenges. Our broad portfolio includes air and missile defense systems, precision weapons, radars, command and control systems, and advanced defense technologies.
Our Raytheon 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 customers, partners, and suppliers, the development opportunities for our Contracts professionals are endless, both domestically and abroad.
Our Contracts teammates fuel powerful ideas, develop meaningful relationships, and work together to achieve and exceed business goals.
We value your skills and experience, so don't hold back. Your qualifications could add tremendous value to our team. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you're passionate about what you could accomplish here, we'd love to hear from you.
This position is eligible for Relocation and a Sign-On bonus!What You Will Do- Provide visible, active leadership and collaboration with program and functional leaders in support of overall program success
- Provide strategic guidance beginning prior to receipt of Request for Proposals (RFPs) and continuing through program execution - these activities include understanding contractual rights and obligations and possible mitigation of contractual/program risks
- Guide and mentor team members on proposal and negotiation excellence, contract execution, and other contract support
- Monitor, track, and provide escalation support during contract negotiations.
- Review Estimates at Completion (EACs)
- Support program management and execution reviews
- Provide guidance and recommendations to senior management regarding contractual and business issues
- Ensure that team members' work follows company processes and policies
Qualifications You Must Have- Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience
- Experience with US Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)and/or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement
- Experience leading a team
- Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date, and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required
Qualifications We Prefer- Proven leadership in a complex, fast-paced environment, where prioritization and mentorship of junior contracts professionals is required to be effective
- Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships with customers and internal partners based on understanding, teamwork, and trust leading to developing fair solutions to complex problems
- Demonstrated ability to understand, quantify, and communicate contractual and financial risk
- Significant knowledge of contract formation with a broad understanding of risk, terms and conditions, and contractual mitigations while complying with internal policies
- Advanced Degrees such as Juris Doctor or MBA
What We OfferOur 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.
Learn More & Apply Now! 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. #LI-ONSITE
Relocation assistance is available.Raytheon In Tucson: Raytheon Tucson, AZ Location
Raytheon Advanced Technology: Advanced Technology | Raytheon
This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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:
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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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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