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We are seeking a Senior Contracts & Procurement Specialist to join our team in Waterloo, Ontario, where you will play a key role in managing supplier relationships and contracts that drive the success of our programs. If you’re ready to tackle challenging projects, work in a highly collaborative environment, and make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Contribute to programs that shape the future of aerospace and defense.
• Professional Growth: Expand your expertise while working on diverse, complex contracts.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and teamwork.
• Global Impact: Work with international suppliers and customers to deliver on our mission.

What You Will Do:

• Create Requests for Proposals (RFPs), lead contract negotiations, oversee supplier relationships, administer contracts, and develop reporting requirements throughout the life of the subcontract in compliance with company policies, legal requirements and customer specifications.
• Review, understand and implement the prime contract requirements into subcontracts, including Terms and Conditions, pricing structure and acceptance criteria, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure completeness and consistency with the prime contract.
• Develop and implement subcontract performance standards and measurement methods to monitor subcontractor performance throughout the contract lifecycle, while proactively identifying and mitigating risks related to subcontractor performance, delivery, and compliance.
• Provide strategic guidance to management on contractual rights and obligations, as well as recommend effective strategies to mitigate contractual and program risks. Conduct data analysis and ensure the maintenance of comprehensive historical records for accurate reference and reporting.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and safeguard program success.
• Lead negotiations for legal, pricing, and delivery terms to benefit RTX and our customers.
• Evaluate supplier performance, pricing, and schedules to ensure accuracy and alignment with project goals.
• Proactively resolve supplier disputes, delivery issues, or performance concerns to maintain program momentum.
• Assess vendor financial stability, supply chain resilience, and compliance with RTX standards, implementing contingency plans as needed.
• Guarantee adherence to Controlled Goods, FCPA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, providing guidance on contracting processes and strategies.

What You’ll Bring to the Role:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training, with at least 8 years of experience in a contracts or procurement role.
• Proven ability to negotiate and amend non-standard agreements, including flow-down and flow-up requirements.
• Familiarity with import/export legislation and business law as it applies to contracts and procurement.
• Experience working with international suppliers or customers.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach to complex challenges.
• A willingness to learn and succeed in new and dynamic situations.

Why You’ll Love Working at RTX:

• Enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, and work-life balance initiatives.
• Access industry-leading training, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities.
• Be part of a company that encourages creativity and forward-thinking solutions.

This position is eligible for consideration of a hybrid or remote work arrangement.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and obtain/maintain a Government of Canada security clearance and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods.

The salary range for this role is 78,000 CAD - 122,850 CAD . 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.RTX offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX’s Employee Scholar Program. Eligibility for specific benefits is based on factors such as position level, employment type (e.g., temporary or permanent), and business unit, and will be discussed during the hiring process.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 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 job posting is not for an existing position vacancy.

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.

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