Manager, Contracts (Remote)

Date Posted:

2026-02-26

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-OR-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At Collins Aerospace, contracts are more than compliance documents — they are strategic tools that shape risk, enable mission execution, and protect the long-term health of our business. As a Manager, Contracts supporting our Propulsion Systems portfolio, you will operate at the center of high-visibility U.S. Government programs, partnering directly with DoD customers, Navy and Air Force stakeholders, and major prime contractors. This role goes beyond administration; you will influence proposal strategy, structure complex contractual frameworks, and guide leadership through nuanced FAR Part 15 risk decisions that directly impact program success and operational performance.

You will serve as the primary contractual advisor across a portfolio of complex government programs — leading negotiations, shaping terms and conditions, and ensuring alignment between regulatory compliance, business objectives, and execution realities. Working cross-functionally with Program Management, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering, and senior leadership, you will proactively manage contractual risk, support high-value negotiations, and provide clear, confident guidance in a fast-paced defense environment. This is an opportunity for a seasoned contracts professional to own decisions, mentor others, and play a meaningful role in delivering mission-critical propulsion solutions to the warfighter.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and shape proposal strategy for complex U.S. Government and prime contractor opportunities, advising senior leadership on contractual risk, pricing assumptions, and mitigation strategies prior to submission
• Provide authoritative interpretation of FAR/DFARS and related regulations, establishing compliant contract structures and advising cross-functional teams on risk posture and business impact
• Own development and negotiation of complex terms and conditions, including data rights, IP, limitation of liability, indemnification, termination, and change provisions, with authority to recommend business positions
• Serve as the primary contractual advisor to Program Management and senior leadership, influencing business strategy, risk tolerance, and customer engagement approach
• Lead high-risk or high-value negotiations with U.S. Government and prime contractor customers, independently driving resolution of contractual disputes and critical business issues
• Oversee contract life cycle management across multiple programs, ensuring alignment with funding profiles, period of performance, delivery commitments, and regulatory obligations
• Direct coordination of cross-functional inputs (Program, Finance, Supply Chain, Legal, Compliance, Security) to structure compliant, executable, and commercially sound agreements
• Identify systemic contractual risks or process gaps and implement improvements to strengthen compliance, execution efficiency, and audit readiness
• Exercise independent judgment in resolving complex contractual matters, escalating only when business risk exceeds delegated authority
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior Contracts professionals, contributing to development of organizational capability and best practices
• Represent Contracts in leadership reviews, audits, and customer engagements, articulating risk positions and mitigation strategies clearly and confidently
• Occasional business travel may be required, including but not limited to visits to Fairfield, CA, Colorado Springs, CO, and customer locations

Qualifications You Must Have:

• 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

• Prior experience with FAR Part 15 U.S. Government/DoD contracting (Navy, Air Force, or other DoD agencies)

• Prior working knowledge of FAR/DFARS flowdowns, Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TINA), and government audit/fact-finding processes

• Prior Experience supporting or leading negotiations on FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, or IDIQ contracts and task orders

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Previous experience working with FAR Part 12 contracts is preferred

• Prior contracts experience with DoD, NAVSUP, NAVSEA, USAF, or major aerospace/defense primes

• Strong customer relationship and communication skills, with the ability to translate contractual concepts for non-contracts stakeholders

• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with Program Management, Finance, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain

• Experience as a Contracts Lead or primary contracts interface to external customers is a plus

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!

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 ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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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