Principal Specialist

Date Posted:

2025-04-07

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HCA99: Field Office - CA Remote Location, Remote City, CA, 94203 USA

Position Role Type:

Remote

Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace

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.

We are seeking a Principal  Procurement Specialist to join the Air Traffic Solutions (ATS) team within the Connected Aviation (CA) / Avionics organization. The CA Supply Chain team is the first point of engagement to drive compliant solutions by optimizing cost, quality and schedule using Customer Oriented Results and Excellence (CORE). We manage the flow of goods and services by strategically partnering with our stakeholders and our preferred supply base.​

What You Will Do:

• Support the lifecycle of a procurement / program, from R&D through low-rate initial production, production/deployment, sustainment, and program closeout
• Collaborate cross-functionally across Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and externally with suppliers​
• Execute bid/proposal activities, PIAs/NDAs, and Teaming Agreements for new business and strategic pursuits
• Review and help develop Subcontract Statements of Work (SSOW) with Integrated Product Teams
• ​​Utilize source selection techniques including best value source selection (BVSS), competition, and single/sole source​
• Perform price analyses, conduct due diligence, lead negotiations (price, schedule, terms/conditions), and identify, risks & opportunities​​
• ​​Negotiate, award, document, and manage IOTs, POs, and Subcontracts for materials, software, and services in support of domestic and international commercial, DoD, FAA, and FMS contracts while ensuring compliance with Government (FAR, DFAR, AMS), Customer and company requirements​
• Manage and monitor supplier performance (cost, schedule and quality) to ensure compliance with contractual obligations 
• Support PO related invoice approvals and inquiries
• Solve problems affecting order placement

Qualifications You Must Have:

• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62
• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• At least 2 years procurement experience including solid knowledge of procurement process and experience utilizing multiple methods of price analysis
• Familiarity with purchasing hardware, software, SSOW, and service requirements
• Experience with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field
• Master's Degree
• Experience in a similar contracts/procurement role
• A compelling need for (and the ability to prioritize) compliance to company policies and procedures
• Experience in sourcing, placing orders, price analysis, negotiations, PO documentation, and supplier management
• Experience purchasing hardware, software, Statements of Work, and service requirements
• Experience with FAR, DFAR, and FAA AMS
• Experience working with cross-functional teams
• Experience in SAP
• Experience or familiarity with international requirements (including Import/Export regulations)
• Strong interpersonal
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Effective collaboration skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment with little oversight
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Able to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency
• Adapts well to change
• Eager and able to learn independently and from others
• Strong attention to detail

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Flexible work weeks: 9/80A, 5/40; Flexible work Hours:  Core hours, Modified time
• 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!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application 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.

*Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

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 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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