Senior Contracts Manager (Onsite)

Sr. Contracts Manager Strategic Communication Systems (SCS) is seeking an experienced Sr. Contracts Manager to support our Strategic Mission Management Program. As a key member of the business team, you'll drive strategic decision-making and offer dynamic recommendations on contractual issues and proposal strategies, all while collaborating closely with leadership across multiple functions. In this critical role, your business acumen and subject matter expertise will be put to use guiding cross‑functional teams through program reviews, risk management, and other contract‑related matters. You will work with a geographically dispersed team to resolve complex issues, improve acquisition timelines, and ensure the successful execution of contracts that meet both financial and program objectives. What You Will Do: Effectively communicate with internal and external customers to establish mutually beneficial relationships and frequently influence business decisions Implement strategies to improve acquisition timelines and customer pace of contractual actions Investigate and resolve complex contractual matters by applying astute critical thinking, gathering detailed information, seeking innovative contracting techniques, and proactively collaborating with relevant stakeholders Provide strategic advice and guidance on numerous contractual rights/obligations, regulations, and policy/procedure to mitigate risks and unauthorized changes Review proposals to ensure proposed solutions meet customer requirements, represent a balanced risk/opportunity posture and deliver a financially sound business case while meeting company policies and standards Develop pre-negotiation objectives and implement negotiation strategy reviews as part of the proposal development process What YOU Will Learn: Gain advanced expertise in managing large‑scale U.S. Government contracts, navigating complex regulations and policies such as the FAR and DFARS, while ensuring compliance across multiple stages of the contract lifecycle, from development through sustainment Enhance your strategic decision‑making abilities by leading cross‑functional teams in high‑stakes contract negotiations, balancing risk and opportunity to deliver strong, financially sound business cases Develop cutting‑edge contracting techniques by working with diverse stakeholders to solve complex problems, streamline acquisition processes, and improve timelines, all while driving customer satisfaction Sharpen your leadership skills by guiding and mentoring a team of professionals, cultivating their growth, and implementing training programs that foster skill development and career advancement Deepen your knowledge of the aerospace and defense industry's evolving needs and how to integrate them into effective contract management strategies that shape the future of technological solutions Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience Active and existing Top Secret Clearance required on Day 1Must have a minimum of 10+ years experience in defense contracting including administration/management of cost‑type contracts, fixed‑price type contracts, USG DoD contracts for development, transition to production, full‑rate production, sustainment, and services Experience leading and managing a team of professionals, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives; experience implementing training programs that support team growth, skill development, and career advancement Direct knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Ability to Travel 10‑15% Qualifications We Prefer: May have deep knowledge of project management Advanced knowledge of related disciplines within work area and ability to identify links and potential impact on projects, programs or systems What We Offer: Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you'll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. 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. Some of our competitive benefits package includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option Tuition reimbursement program Student Loan Repayment Program Life insurance and disability coverage Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning Adoption Assistance Autism Benefit Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits Bright Horizons, child and elder care services Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program And more! At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form with our customers and with each other — propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day. The salary range for this role is 124,000 USD - 250,000 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, the 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr