Contracts Manager (onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-02-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CO-COLORADO SPRINGS-1275 ~ 1275 N Newport Rd ~ NEWPORT

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

Interiors Services & Specialty Products Contracts seeks a highly motivated and experienced Contracts Manager to join our team in an onsite role at our Colorado Springs office.

The successful candidate will be skilled in U.S. Government and commercial contracting, contract negotiation, and capable of working within integrated project teams while adhering to corporate governance, policies and procedures in a fast moving and dynamic environment. Candidate must be highly organized, an exceptional communicator, a critical thought leader, an active team player, have a results-oriented mindset, and be highly adaptable in an environment with rapidly changing digital technologies and competing priorities.

In addition, the ideal candidate will possess advanced contracting expertise. This includes proficiency in redlining, drafting, summarizing contract terms, negotiating, letter writing, and managing both commercial and military contracts. This role provides a unique opportunity to apply your expertise while supporting the success of our innovative Interiors business.

What You Will Do:

• Advises and represents the organization on contractual matters.

• Ensures all contractual activities are handled in compliance with corporate policies and procedures.

• Reviews US Government and commercial customer requests for proposals, identifies proposal requirements, reviews terms and conditions, assists in proposal development and participates in securing required management approval for submitting proposals to customers.

• Negotiates and executes complex customer contracts.

  • Recognizes risk elements in business transactions and contracts and offers mitigation alternatives.

• Supports program management teams and becomes well versed in technical aspects of products and services.

• Provides strategic analysis, recommendations, and advice related to contractual matters.

• Aligns with subject matter experts and provides contracts advice on a variety of topics including intellectual property, indemnity, and liability.

• Prepares documentation for legal and contract negotiations and relationships.

• Maintains accurate and organized historical contractual records in alignment with department standards.

• Manages high volume of projects of various complexity at one time.

• Support business travel up to 10%

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years’ experience

• Experience supporting commercial or government contracts

​

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Advanced legal degree (J.D.)

• Experience with U.S. Government (FAR/DFARS) and commercial contracts

• Contract management experience

• Aerospace experience

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! 

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

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

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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.

#LI-JC4

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms:

Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms