Contracts Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-09-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6 Position Role Type: Onsite 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 Contracts Manager (Onsite) At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. This is an onsite position located in either our Windsor Locks, CT or Rockford, IL facilities. What You Will Do: The Contracts Manager will play a key role in supporting the P&C Mil Spares EPS aftermarket business. This onsite role will be based in Rockford, IL, and reports directly to the P&C AM Senior Contracts Manager. The Contracts Manager will have a working knowledge of government contracting and will be responsible for managing a variety of contract activities in a fast-paced environment. This is a customer-facing role that requires strong negotiation and writing skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Include: Generate, interpret, and manage complex proposals and contracts in compliance with internal processes and external customer requirements. Ensure adherence to government contracting regulations, including FAR and DFAR requirements. Assess, interpret, and review contractual documents to ensure compliance with government procurement guidelines and cost control measures. Advise and represent the contracts organization on contractual requirements. Collaborate with internal functional teams to support contract negotiations and execute agreements efficiently. Prepare reports for internal reviews and external customer communication. Participate in cross-functional meetings to ensure alignment on contractual obligations and requirements. Develop and maintain strong contractual relationships with internal and external customers. Manage the interface between Collins Aerospace and external customers to resolve contractual matters. Oversee encumbered outstanding accounts receivable issues. Lead small projects and process improvement initiatives, including CORE initiatives. 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 Experience with government contracting, including FAR 12 and FAR 15 regulations and commercial item contracting. Experience with contract formation, including NDAs, MOUs, and MOAs. Experience with proposal compliance reviews, terms and conditions review, and contract negotiations. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Qualifications We Prefer: Experience working in the aerospace industry or directly for Collins Aerospace. Previous experience in contracts, supply chain, or procurement. Experience with SAP software. Knowledge and application of government contracting activities. Experience managing contracts and proposals in a fast-paced environment. Ability to manage multiple tasks and set daily goals effectively. What We Offer: Some of our competitive benefits package includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Three weeks of vacat…

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