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Date Posted:

2026-06-05

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-CAMBRIDGE-BBN06 ~ 10 & 50 Moulton St ~ MOULTON B6

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

The following position is to join our BBN Technologies team:

RTX BBN is one of RTX's premier research and development organizations. Our research portfolio transforms cutting-edge technology to deliver innovative, custom solutions with real-world benefits. We are seeking an experienced, trustworthy, contract professional with strong business acumen and initiative who thrives and enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment, and who can navigate the contractual landscape with confidence and clarity and foster strong internal and external customer relationships. At RTX BBN you will join a respected, high impact contracts team, where your contracts experience will support a diverse portfolio of existing and new business pursuits with Government customers, large prime contractors and commercial clients.

Role Overview:

As a Contracts Manager you will be skilled in US Government and commercial contracting, contract negotiation, and enjoy working as part of an integrated project team, working closely as a trusted business partner with program managers, finance, legal, and other cross-functional peers in support of proposal preparation, program gate reviews, contract execution, program management reviews, and other contractual related matters affecting the business unit's portfolio. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, an exceptional communicator, a critical thinker, an active team player, have a results-oriented mindset, and be adaptable to change and managing competing priorities. You will handle FAR-based procurements and Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements, support TINA, CUI and ITAR/EAR compliance, and have an opportunity to redline and draft effective terms and conditions.

This position is a hybrid role to be performed in Cambridge, MA, Middletown, RI or Rosslyn, VA. Top Secret Clearance is needed prior to start date. Relocation assistance is available

What You Will Do :

• Advise and/or represent the organization on contract matters; Act as liaison between internal and external customers.
• Review and interpret, negotiate, manage a variety of transactions, including Prime Contracts, Subcontracts with other primes, Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Associate Contractor Agreements (ACAs), Direct Commercial Sale Agreements, etc.
• Review and assess US Government and commercial customer requests for proposals, identify proposal requirements and risks, assess intellectual property issues, review and redline terms and conditions, manage cost volume development, work with pricing and estimating to support proposal development, support gating and securing required management approvals, and support submission.
• Review, interpret, summarize, redline, draft complex terms and conditions and other contract documents.
• Negotiate complex customer contracts.
• Recognize risk elements in business transactions and contracts and offer mitigation strategies/alternatives.
• Provides strategic analysis, recommendations, and advice related to contract matters.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and standards.
• Understand forward pricing rates, cost structures, and other financial aspects of proposal and contract support.
• Support global trade (ITAR/EAR) issues and CUI compliance requirements.
• Work independently and report to a Senior Manager. May provide mentoring and oversight to other contract staff.
• Multi-task routine and complex contract and proposal activities while responding to unplanned quick response requirements as they emerge.
• Work autonomously with limited oversight.
• Limited travel may be required.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience.
• Current Top Secret security clearance required.
• Experience engaging directly with customers.
• Experience with US Government procurement and/or Other Transaction contracts.
• Experience in applying and interpreting FAR, DFARS and other applicable US Government regulations in support of company proposal and contract administration activities.
• Experience in interpreting, preparing and negotiating proposals and contracts, including terms and conditions, statements of work, milestones/deliverables, cost/price and fee/profit arrangements.
• Willingness to support a hybrid role (mix of in person and remote).
• Willingness to travel on a limited basis.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• TS/SCI eligibility
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional internal and external stakeholders, including customers and leadership teams.
• Demonstrated ability to shape results in support of objectives.
• Mature judgment, proactive involvement in strategic issues and demonstrated problem resolution skills.
• Experience in leading and/or administering U.S. Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and/or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) (to include proposal preparation, contract negotiation, change management).
• Experience working Sole Source Proposals, subject to the Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (commonly known as the TINA).
• Experience negotiating complex commercial terms and conditions, potentially including software licensing, international sales, complex data rights.
• Experience with OTAs, NDAs, and ACAs.
• Experience working with universities and familiarity with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Uniform Guidance.
• Experience dealing with Global Trade issues and familiarity with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
• Experience interpreting and ensuring business compliance with company policy.
• Experience working in/with Supply Chain (Subcontracts/Purchasing).
• Excellent time management and organizational skills are essential.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.

Learn More & Apply Now!
Work Location: Hybrid - Cambridge MA, Middletown RI, or Rosslyn VA
Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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