Date Posted:2025-07-28Country:United States of AmericaLocation:FL915: St. Petersburg - Bldg D 7401 22nd Ave N. Building D, St. Petersburg, FL, 33710 USAPosition Role Type:HybridU.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: DoD Clearance: SecretRaytheon Company, managed by Collins Aerospace Join the Collins Aerospace Mission Systems team as a Manager, Contracts within the Advanced Networking Solutions (ANS) Program, supporting the Battle Management Command and Control (BMC2) &amp; Autonomy portfolio. This dynamic role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate directly with ANS Program Managers and cross-functional teams to manage and execute a varied set of contracts in support of the U.S. Navy’s critical requirements. As a key member of the team, you will contribute to all aspects of contract administration, including business pursuits, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and acquisition. You’ll also have the chance to develop expertise in risk management, identify opportunities for program improvements, and provide business counsel to Program Management Teams to ensure successful contract fulfillment.  This is an exciting position for an experienced contract professional to make a direct impact on high-stakes defense projects. Your responsibilities will include managing multiple contracts across various phases of capture, while navigating complex legal, regulatory, and customer-specific requirements. This position is a Hybrid role based out of our St. Petersburg, FL facility and may provide opportunities for business travel to engage with customers and stakeholders directly. If youre a proactive problem-solver with a strong background in government contracts, this is a chance to elevate your career while supporting critical national security programs.What You Will Do:<ul><li>Provide contract management and business support to the ANS Program Manager(s) and team responsible for the Navy’s requirements.</li><li>Manage and execute current and upcoming contract requirements within the Battle Management Command and Control (BMC2) &amp; Autonomy portfolio.</li><li>Oversee multiple contracts in various phases of capture, working with Navy and other customers to fulfill contract requirements.</li><li>Lead contract administration and negotiation, including: Front-end assessment of business pursuits, proposal preparation and contract negotiation for various contract types, and contract acquisition and fulfillment of legal, customer, and company requirements</li><li>Manage external customer relationships and provide business counsel to Program Management Teams</li><li>Expedite proposal, negotiation, and/or definitization of contracts critical to the ANS Program Area</li><li>Develop skills to recognize and mitigate business and contractual risks, implement solutions, and carry them to completion</li><li>Exercise judgment and decision-making with minimal supervision</li><li>Please note that the ability and willingness to travel domestically for customer negotiations, program reviews, and other engagements may be necessary</li></ul>Qualifications You Must Have: <ul><li>Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience</li><li>US Government contract experience</li><li>Experience working with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, etc. and/or equivalent government regulations </li><li>Experience in preparation and negotiation of proposals/contract</li><li>Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret after start.</li></ul>Qualifications We Prefer: <ul><li>5 years of experience (3 years with advanced degree) in the field of Contract Management, Negotiations, Finance, Supply Chain, Program Management or related fields </li><li>Experience in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, or Project) </li><li>Ability to problem solve, develop solutions, and support the business leaders in achieving their financial and performance goals and objectives</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance  </li><li>Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  </li><li>Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option  </li><li>Tuition reimbursement program </li><li>Student Loan Repayment Program  </li><li>Life insurance and disability coverage  </li><li>Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection </li><li>Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits </li><li>Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning  </li><li>Adoption Assistance           </li><li>Autism Benefit  </li><li>Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions  </li><li>Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program </li><li>Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits  </li><li>Bright Horizons, child and elder care services </li><li>Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program  </li><li>And more!  </li></ul>Learn More &amp; Apply Now!Mission Systems: 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. * Please consider the following role type definitions 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. 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 101,000 USD - 203,000 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, 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. 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