Principal Specialist, Contracts

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. Provide contract management throughout the program lifecycle .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesLead💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract management throughout the program lifecycle, including proposal development, negotiations, and compliance with U.S. Government contracts under FAR and DFARS. Proven ability to analyze RFPs, manage contractual terms, and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and executive leadership.

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Contract ManagementProposal DevelopmentU.S. Government ContractsContracts AdministrationDoD Secret Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Contract NegotiationRisk AnalysisFinancial AnalysisProposal ReviewContractual Scope ManagementCreative Contracting TechniquesTCPDA ComplianceCost or Pricing Data PreparationContractual Issue ResolutionPolicy Compliance

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationRelationship BuildingGuidance to Executive LeadershipPrioritization

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government-Issued Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

FARDFARSContracts AdministrationSubcontractsSupply ChainProcurementRFP AnalysisProposal ActionsTruthful Cost or Pricing Data ActNegotiation Representation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide contract management throughout the program lifecycle
Communicate with customers and support proposal development, proposal reviews, negotiations, contract execution, and contract administration
Analyze Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
Manage contractual scope, terms, and conditions
Review proposals for customer requirements, risk/opportunity balance, financial soundness, and policy compliance
Identify, mitigate, and resolve contractual issues
Advise management on contractual rights, obligations, and contractual/program risks
Investigate complex contractual matters and develop creative contracting techniques
Coordinate with Program Management, Finance, Engineering, the Office of General Counsel, and other cross-functional partners
Represent Raytheon in negotiations with the prime contractor
Travel to meet with the customer as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

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 of experience
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance
Active and existing DoD Secret security clearance required after day 1
Experience working with U.S. Government contracts under FAR and/or DFARS
Experience in Contracts Administration, Legal, Subcontracts, Supply Chain and/or Procurement
Experience with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (TCPDA), formerly TINA, including preparing disclosures
Experience supporting proposal and contract actions requiring Certified Cost or Pricing Data
Ability to work within a team environment and build effective relationships
Ability to communicate with and guide executive leadership
Experience managing multiple competing priorities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available