Principal Specialist, Contracts (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-04-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-B01 ~ 6825 Cortona Dr ~ BLDG B01

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

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

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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. 

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Specialist, Contacts, who will be responsible for proposal preparation and negotiation as well as contract management as well as advising and/or representing Raytheon on contract negotiations.

We are offering a Sign-On bonus for this role!

What You Will Do

Proposal Preparation:

• Participation in the review, analysis, and negotiation of Terms and Conditions

• Perform proposal management and business risk mitigation

• Prepare customer proposal submittals including offer letters, representations and certifications, and other RFP documentation as required

Contract Management:

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

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

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

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

• Act as liaison between internal and external customers and respond to stakeholder inquires in a timely and efficient manner

• Work autonomously with oversight

• Contract closeout activities including material and property dispositioning, patent reporting and final invoicing

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)

• Experience working Sole Source and Competitive Proposals

Qualifications We Prefer

• Ability to Multi-task with routine and complex contract/proposal activities while responding to emerging quick response activities

• Experience with direct engagement with external customers

• Experience with Contracts administration and negotiation of proposals and contracts of medium to high complexity

• 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.

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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

Raytheon site information in Goleta, CA: https://youtu.be/Q7y4sQ95fxI

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 95,500 USD - 181,700 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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