Senior Manager, Contracts (Remote)

Date Posted:

2025-03-26

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA99: Field Office - IA Remote Location, Remote City, IA, 50301 USA

Position Role Type:

Remote

Are you ready to lead the charge in shaping the future of navigation solutions for both military and commercial sectors? Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Contracts to play a pivotal role in our Resilient Navigation Solutions (RNS) Portfolio. In this strategic position, you will lead contractual initiatives within our Precision Navigation Team (PNS), focusing primarily on high-impact Department of Defense (DoD) contracts and subcontracts. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring the success of the Radio Navigation and Controls group by driving the negotiation, execution, and management of contracts that impact groundbreaking navigation technology.

As the Senior Manager, Contracts, you will leverage your extensive knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplements (DFARS) to influence key business outcomes, guide program success, and ensure our contractual strategies align with both customer requirements and our financial objectives. You'll collaborate with senior leadership, Program Management, and the Office of General Counsel to navigate complex negotiations, review proposals, and mitigate risks. If you’re looking to make a lasting impact on the future of resilient navigation systems, this is the opportunity for you to bring your strategic vision to life.

What YOU Will Do:

• 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 contractual matters by applying critical thinking, gathering detailed information, seeking innovative contracting techniques, and proactively collaborating with relevant stakeholders
• Provide advice and guidance to mitigate risks and unauthorized changes to contract scope
• 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:

• Master the Art of High-Stakes Negotiation: Gain deep insights into negotiating complex Department of Defense (DoD) contracts and subcontracts, sharpening your ability to secure favorable terms and drive impactful business outcomes.
• Strategic Program Management: Develop a comprehensive understanding of how contractual strategies directly influence program success, working alongside top-tier program management teams to navigate critical program gate reviews and business strategy sessions.
• Advanced Regulatory Expertise: Enhance your expertise in Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplements (DFARS), learning how to apply these critical frameworks to shape contracting strategies that align with both customer needs and corporate objectives.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Expand your leadership skills by collaborating with diverse teams, including the Office of General Counsel and various cross-functional peers, to resolve complex contractual issues and influence senior leadership decisions.
• Innovative Contracting Techniques: Explore and implement innovative contracting techniques that streamline acquisition processes and improve customer satisfaction, positioning you as a key contributor to the advancement of resilient navigation solutions.

Qualifications We Require:

• 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 or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience 
• Previous knowledge/experience of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
• Experience in the development of proposals, including sole source and competitive pursuits, as well as intensive fact-finding, negotiations, and certification of Cost or Pricing Data
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Must have or be capable of obtaining a USG security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel to support program needs ~10%
• Ability to shape results in support of objectives, including ability to communicate with and influence senior leadership
• 5 years of experience in US Government Department of Defense contracting

What We Offer:

• 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!  

Learn More & 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.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. 

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, 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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