Senior Contracts Specialist
RTXDate Posted:
2026-02-12Country:
AustraliaLocation:
AU-QLD-CANNON HILL-101 ~ 101 Southgate Ave ~ SOUTHGATEPosition Role Type:
HybridSupport Australia’s defence mission
Work with experienced teams on the nation’s most complex programs
Enable the Australian Defence Force to execute missions effectively
Your mission starts here at Raytheon Australia!
Right now, we are seeking a bright and energised Senior Contracts Specialist.
Join our team of outstanding people with expertise across a wide variety of disciplines and position yourself at the forefront of tomorrow’s capabilities.
Start your mission in a career filled with extraordinary opportunities for learning, mentoring and professional development. We offer flexible work and career growth backed by global expertise and a supportive culture.
This is your opportunity to join a fast-moving company that works on interesting and unique projects to support Australia’s defence mission and contribute to the critical outcomes of the Australian Defence Force.
The Senior Contracts Specialist will play an important role in the Defence Support Systems Product Line, primarily supporting programs based in Southeast Queensland.
The role is responsible for end-to-end contract management of an existing program, acting as the primary contractual interface with both the Customer and our suppliers.
Working in true lockstep with the program leadership team (including Program Management, Engineering and Finance) the Senior Contracts Specialist will provide day-to-day contractual support, while also offering strategic guidance that will enable effective delivery and future program growth.
The Senior Contracts Specialist is expected to operate semi-autonomously within the program, with oversight, escalation support; and professional guidance provided by a Senior Contracts Manager who sits outside of the program structure.
This role suits a capable contracts professional who is comfortable taking ownership of an established program, whether as a steady, seasoned contributor; or as a high-performing early career specialist looking to step up into a broader, more senior role.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure contractual compliance in accordance with company policies, plans, procedures and governance frameworks.
Manage the end-to-end contractual aspects of an assigned program(s), embedding strong contract management fundamentals including accurate filing, record keeping, correspondence; and adherence to contractual requirements (ASDEFCON).
Act as the primary contractual interact with the customer and key suppliers, ensuring timely, professional and effective communication.
Build and maintain strong and trusted relationships with internal stakeholder across Program Management, Engineering and Finance disciplines, working in lock-step to influence outcomes and enable delivery.
Provide pragmatic and commercially sound advice to the program(s), offering solutions that balance contractual rigour with delivery realities.
Proactively identify and manage contractual risks and issue, remaining responsive and forward-looking, rather than reactive.
Escalate strategic or high-risk matters to the Senior Contracts Manager as required.
Support defined parcels of growth within the program(s) including contract changes, variations and scope extensions.
Maintain awareness of supplier due diligence requirements and support supplier optimisation activities in line with program and organisational objectives.
Undertake domestic travel (and potentially internationally) as required to support program and stakeholder engagements.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Tertiary qualification in Law, Business, Commerce or a related discipline; or equivalent practical experience with strong transferable skills.
Demonstrated experience in a contracts, commercial or procurement role within a complex project or program environment.
Clear, concise written and verbal communication; including the ability to articulate contractual positions to those without a working contract management knowledge base.
Familiarity with ASDEFCON Contracting frameworks and Defence contracting practices (or the ability to rapidly build proficiency).
Exposure to procurement activities, including support from simple tenders, contract formation or contract change processes.
Sound understanding of contract management principles and commercial risk, with the judgement and ability to apply them in a way which balances contractual compliance with commercial outcomes/delivery priorities.
Strong initiative and personal drive, with the ability to take ownership, anticipate issues and progress work with minimal supervision.
Awareness of the current Defence and Defence Industry environment, including its operating context, constraints and priorities; and comfort working in a dynamic environment.
Eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance (Baseline and/or NV1). Eligibility can be found at http://www.defence.gov.au/agsva
This is your opportunity to join the brightest minds in the nation working for the mission on leading-edge technology to deliver Australia’s most significant defence capabilities.
If you are looking to contribute to the mission that matters, click apply now or contact us at careers@raytheon.com.au.
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