$124K - 250K a year
Lead a team of contract professionals managing supplier contracts, ensuring compliance, mentoring staff, and collaborating with leadership on contract negotiations.
Requires a university degree with 7-10+ years of contract negotiation experience, 3+ years leadership, preferably in aerospace or manufacturing, with strong legal and project management skills.
Date Posted: 2025-10-10 Country: United States of America Location: HCA99: Field Office - CA Remote Location, Remote City, CA, 94203 USA 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: None/Not Required Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. 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. As a strategic partner within the Advance Structures Supply Chain organization, the Senior Manager of Contracts plays a critical role in ensuring seamless coordination and execution of supply chain contract matters. Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain Contracts, this position oversees a dynamic portfolio of supplier contracts, collaborating with key business partners and leadership to align negotiations with policies and long-term business goals. With a focus on leadership and mentorship, the role leads a team of supply chain contract professionals, drives contract compliance, and provides guidance on complex contractual issues. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on both the operational and legal aspects of supply chain contracts, all while contributing to the overall success of Advance Structures’ objectives. If you're a proven leader with a strong background in terms and conditions negotiation and a passion for mentoring and advising, this role is for you! What You Will Do: Leads a team of Supply Chain Contracts professionals supporting Aerostructures Sourcing and Procurement Interfaces with key internal stakeholders and leadership to support and influence contract negotiations in alignment with policies and procedures and supply chain business objectives Leads analysis and preparation of reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon terms and conditions parameters Coaches and mentors professionals and reviews their work to ensure output is of quality and in accordance with business objectives Advises the organization on issues concerning terms and conditions and other contractual matters Manages multiple medium to large sized projects Advises and represents the organization on legal issues concerning contract matters Prepares legal documentation for legal and contract negotiations and relationships Provides training on various topics, including terms & conditions and contracting requirements What You Will Learn: Leadership in Contract Management: Enhance your leadership skills as you guide a high-performing team of contract professionals, developing your ability to manage complex portfolios and drive strategic contract negotiations aligned with business goals. Cross-functional Collaboration: Gain valuable experience in working closely with internal stakeholders and leadership across the organization, improving your ability to influence and align teams on high-stakes negotiations. Advanced Contract Negotiation: Develop a deeper understanding of contracting and supply chain terms and conditions, expanding your expertise in contract law, legal documentation, and compliance within a global defense industry. Project Management Excellence: Strengthen your project management abilities as you oversee and execute multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes while managing teams and stakeholders. Mentorship and Talent Development: Refine your mentoring skills by coaching professionals, fostering a collaborative environment, and ensuring your team’s growth and alignment with organizational objectives. 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 Experience in contract negotiation and drafting 3+ years of managerial or other leadership experience Qualifications We Prefer: Juris Doctorate degree Experience in Supply Chain terms and conditions negotiations Experience directly leading a team Experience in an Aerospace or manufacturing environment Experience in customer facing roles What We Offer 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! Learn More & Apply Now! Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us! *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 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX 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, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 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, Virginia.
This job posting was last updated on 10/20/2025