Principal Specialist, Contracts

RTX

Principal Contracts Specialist managing proposals, negotiations, and contract execution for RTX’s aerospace and defense business. Supporting government, FMS, subcontractor, and modernization programs.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contracts management, program management, and business management, with a strong focus on compliance with FAR and DFARS requirements. Proven ability to negotiate and administer contracts while effectively managing relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.

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Contracts ManagementProgram ManagementFAR ComplianceDFARS ComplianceDoD Secret Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Contracts ManagementProgram ManagementBusiness ManagementFinanceSupply Chain ProcessesProcurementRFPsRFQsRisk QuantificationNegotiation

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingProblem SolvingRelationship BuildingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Contractual RequirementsContractual IssuesTerms and ConditionsIntellectual PropertyLicense AgreementsTeaming AgreementsBusiness Management Reviews

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support preparation and submission of proposals for new business, including spares, repairs, and modernization
Partner with functional program team members to understand, guide, and support contractual requirements
Work with Portfolio Directors, Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Finance, and Supply Chain to manage successful contract execution
Identify, mitigate, and resolve contractual issues
Ensure negotiated terms and conditions comply with company policies
Advise on contractual and business issues, rights and obligations, and mitigation of contractual and programmatic risks
Establish effective relationships with customers and internal partners
Interface with customers regarding correspondence, contractual changes, and contractual issues
Manage contracts and engage directly with program leadership
Support development and production-focused contracts for domestic, FMS, and subcontractor requirements
Participate in business management reviews, including quarterly EAC reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience
Experience in contracts management, program management, business management, finance, supply chain processes, and/or procurement
Experience with contracts, terms and conditions, RFPs, RFQs, FAR, DFARS, or similar contracts experience
Active and existing DoD Secret security clearance required after day 1
U.S. citizenship required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Preferred: experience negotiating, executing, and administering various contract aspects and agreements
Preferred: experience with FAR and DFARS requirements
Preferred: analysis and critical thinking for complex problem solving
Preferred: understanding financial aspects of contracts and risk quantification
Preferred: experience with intellectual property, license agreements, or teaming agreements
Preferred: advanced degree such as MBA, JD, law degree, or Master of Science in Finance

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