Principal Specialist, Contracts

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. Provide contract management across the full program lifecycle .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • 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 negotiation, compliance with FAR and DFARS, and managing complex contractual issues. Strong ability to communicate effectively with customers and cross-functional teams while supporting proposal and contract actions.

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Contract ManagementNegotiation SkillsFAR ComplianceDFARS ComplianceContracts Administration

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Hard Skills

Contract ExecutionProposal DevelopmentRFP AnalysisContractual Change ManagementRisk ManagementCost or Pricing Data PreparationCompliance StandardsContractual Issue ResolutionProgram Lifecycle ManagementCustomer Relationship Management

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationIndependent WorkProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

U.S. Government ContractsFederal Acquisition RegulationsDefense Federal Acquisition Regulations SupplementTruthful Cost or Pricing Data ActCertified Cost or Pricing Data

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide contract management across the full program lifecycle
Communicate with customers and support customer relationships
Analyze Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
Develop, review, coordinate, and negotiate proposals
Execute and administer contracts
Manage contractual changes, scope, terms, and conditions
Ensure compliance with contractual and company requirements, policies, and standards
Investigate and resolve complex contractual matters
Identify, mitigate, and resolve contractual issues
Advise management on contractual rights, obligations, and contractual/program risks
Coordinate with Program Management, Finance, Engineering, the Office of General Counsel, and other cross-functional partners
Support program reviews, proposals, risk management activities, and strategic decision-making
Represent Raytheon in engagements with the prime contractor
Travel to meet with the customer as required

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 is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Active and existing DoD Secret security clearance required after day 1
Experience working with U.S. Government contracts under Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and/or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)
Experience in Contracts Administration, Legal, Subcontracts, Supply Chain and/or Procurement
Experience with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (TCPDA), formerly Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA), including potentially preparing disclosures
Experience supporting proposal and contract actions requiring Certified Cost or Pricing Data
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance
Strong negotiation skills
Ability to work independently on significant contracting actions
Some travel required to meet with the customer

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