Contracts Manager

Date Posted:

2026-06-24

Country:

Australia

Location:

AU-ACT-CANBERRA-2613 ~ 4 Brindabella Cct ~ BRINDABELLA PARK, Lvl 1

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

Meaningful work – advise on high-impact, mission-critical technology programs

True career pivot – move from pure advisor to commercial strategy and decision-making

Front-row seat to innovation – work with complex systems, advanced networks and emerging Defence technologies

Raytheon Australia is a trusted capability partner of the Australian Defence Force, providing technology solutions that contribute to the Defence of the nation and a sovereign Australian industrial capability.

Raytheon Australia has a unique opportunity for an experienced contracts, commercial or legal practitioner to support a cutting-edge technology acquisition program for the development of Joint Networks and Interface Controls for tactical data links connecting Air, Sea, Land and Special Forces.

You’ll move beyond traditional silos into a commercially focused, embedded role, partnering with engineers, program leaders and government stakeholders.

Key aspects include:

Advising on commercial strategy and contract risk across major Defence programs

Drafting and negotiating complex, high-value agreements

Translating legal frameworks into practical, business-focused solutions

Supporting bids and proposals for next-generation technology programs

Acting as a trusted advisor across the full program lifecycle

Key Responsibilities

Commercial advice and the development of commercial solutions to achieve stakeholder objectives within a compliance framework.

Draft, review and negotiate complex commercial agreements, working with key stakeholders to ensure that all requirements and risks are addressed.

Contribute to bid and proposal activities, as required, including the preparation of commercial elements of bids and proposals and participation in management reviews.

Provide interpretation and advice on customer procurement policy and regulations, company policy, and contract requirements (including terms and conditions), to stakeholders to inform decision-making.

Serve as a point of contact for customer and supplier interfaces with the company during all phases of contract performance and the program life-cycle.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

A Degree in Business, Commerce or Law, with a minimum of 4 years relevant experience in a similar role.

Trained in commercial, projects, procurement, or technology contracts.

Interested in moving closer to the business and decision-making

Curious about technology, defence, or complex systems

Commercially minded, with the confidence to engage directly with stakeholders

This is your chance to join a world class team and make a real difference.

In this role you will gain:

A genuine step-change from advisor to commercial leader

Exposure to complex, large-scale technology programs

Strong mentoring and development in commercial, operational, and strategic skills

A collaborative environment where your input shapes real-world outcomes

Applicants must be eligible to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to Negative Vetting 1 level. Information can be found at https://www.agsva.gov.au/applicants/eligibility-suitability

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career access your next mission or contact us at careers@raytheon.com.au

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.