• Responsible for implementation of the Supply Chain Process • Acts as primary liaison with key suppliers and company stakeholders • Identify and develop equipment and service suppliers • Develop strategic supply chain plans • Prepare category plans and perform category spend and risk analysis • Conduct negotiations with suppliers • Manage equipment and service contracts • Provide direction on commercial and contracting strategy • Perform reviews of specifications, equipment datasheets, and Scopes of Work • Monitor supplier performance

What you’ll do as a Principal Subcontracts Administrator - Provide strategic, cradle-to-grave subcontract leadership from solicitation planning through subcontract closeout on complex, high-value, and high-risk programs - Serve as a trusted advisor to Program Managers and Division Leadership on subcontract strategy, risk mitigation, and compliance - Lead the development of subcontracting strategies, including subcontract type selection (FFP, CPFF, T&M, CR, etc.), pricing approach, and flowdown methodology - Independently negotiate complex subcontract terms and pricing, including cost/price analysis, equitable adjustments, and resolution of performance or compliance issues - Ensure all subcontracts and subcontract actions are fully compliant with FAR, DFARS, prime contract requirements, CPSR standards, and internal policies - Review, approve, and guide preparation of all required subcontract documentation, including sole source justifications, price/cost analyses, and negotiation memoranda - Provide formal and informal training to Program Managers and other program support staff on subcontracting processes, compliance requirements, and best practices - Prepare and disseminate critical subcontract status updates, risk assessments, compliance findings, modifications, deviations, claims, terminations, and closeout actions - Stay current on regulatory changes, legislation, and industry best practices, proactively advising leadership on impacts and implementation - Lead efforts to identify and resolve systemic subcontracting issues, developing innovative solutions and process improvements - Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships with division leadership and subcontractors - Mentor and provide technical oversight to Senior and Junior Subcontracts Administrators, serving as a subject matter expert - Support Small Business Subcontract Plan development, execution, and reporting, including audit and CPSR support activities Principal Subcontracts Administrator Requirements - Demonstrated expert-level experience in a cradle-to-grave government subcontracting environment, from solicitation strategy through closeout - Advanced knowledge and practical application of FAR, DFARS, and government subcontracting regulations - A distinguished track record of managing multi-million-dollar, mission-critical portfolios. - Proven expertise in negotiating complex subcontract terms and pricing - Extensive experience with CPSR-compliant subcontract file documentation and audit support - Experience managing subcontracts in a high-volume and/or highly complex program environment - In-depth experience with wide range of subcontract types, including CPFF, FFP, T&M, and CR - Strong ability to independently interpret prime contract requirements and translate them into compliant subcontract actions - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat for document creation, analysis, and file management - Demonstrated ability to apply advanced subcontracting principles to competitive and non-competitive procurements, cost/price evaluation, post-award administration, dispute resolution, equitable adjustments, and closeout Principal Subcontracts Administrator Preferences - Advanced experience with SharePoint-based subcontract file management and workflows - Experience using Deltek Costpoint - Experience serving as a lead or subject matter expert during CPSRs or internal compliance reviews Education and Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent - 8-10+ years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree - 7+ years of related experience with a Master’s degree - 10+ years minimum of related experience in lieu of a degree REMOTE WORK NOTICE: This position is available for fully remote or hybrid work consideration if candidate is located near the Washington, DC, Raleigh, NC or Albuquerque, NM areas. Company & Division Information Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2000 professionals and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics. At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. We realize that employee ownership produces greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as employee owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are eligible for contributions which not only add to the company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Our motto is “Engineering and Science That Matters for Fun & Profit” and we live our core values of Passion, Freedom, Service and Growth every day. For additional information and an opportunity to join our unique team, please visit our website at www.ara.com.

Date Posted: 2026-03-18Country: United States of AmericaLocation: US-TX-REMOTEPosition Role Type: RemoteU.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 RequiredSecurity Clearance Status: Not Required At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Raytheon is seeking an experienced Procurement professional to join our Operations and Supply Chain (OSC) organization, Advanced Production Solutions (APS) Sub-Business Unit. This Principal Procurement Specialist role will operate as the focal point of interface between Raytheon Programs and suppliers managing medium and high complexity procurements. You will be responsible for developing sourcing and negotiation strategies with key suppliers, develop a portfolio of subcontracts and procurement activities. You will ensure all purchases orders (PO) and agreements are executed in full compliance to the FAR, DFARs, and company policies & procedures. You will represent the Supply Chain organization at various levels of functional and cross functional teams; manage and build relationships with suppliers to ensure supplier performance will be in alignment with program execution and business priorities. This role can be filled in a variety of Raytheon hub locations and is remote work-from-home. What You Will Do: Develop business partner relationships with suppliers as well as internal stakeholders. Lead procurement activities and be the focal point for supplier performance. Lead Supplier interaction and collaboration with internal cross-functional teams to manage a variety of procurements including but not limited to build-to-print, performance specifications, Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs), with medium/high complexity. Participate in capture/proposal efforts, review adequacy of requirements flow-down, generate RFI/RFQ/RFPs, and lead Best Value Source Selection and down select activities. Participate in capture/proposal efforts, review adequacy of requirements flow-down, generate RFI/RFQ/RFPs, and lead Best Value Source Selection and down select activities. Develop negotiation strategy and lead multi-functional negotiation teams; negotiate price, schedule, and Terms & Conditions with suppliers/subcontractors. Prepare purchase order documentation in compliance with FAR and DFARs regulations, prime flow downs, company policies, procedures, and command media. Execute and manage various types of contractual activities / agreements, such as PIA, Letter Subcontracts, Long Term Agreement, Bailment, etc. Post award PO / Supplier management to ensure meeting program requirements (quality, schedule, financial, etc.). Communicate clearly and effectively, be proactive in a very fast paced environment; flexible, creative thinking, work with speed and agility while ensuring compliance to company and government requirements. Minimal travel as needed. Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years’ experience. Experience with DoD procurement/subcontract compliance with Public Laws, Policies, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR), and ITAR and import/export requirements U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Qualifications We Prefer: Experience in leading formal negotiations (price, schedule, and supplier exceptions to contractual flow-down requirements, as well as standard Terms and Conditions) Experience with NDA/PIAs, RFx, and Purchase Orders activities. Review proposals from prospective suppliers and analyze cost/price, technical capability, and financial viability, conduct investigations to ensure ability to perform within cost and schedule. Communicate clearly and effectively, be proactive in a very fast paced environment; flexible, creative thinking, work with speed and agility while ensuring compliance to company and government requirements. Strong communication skills with demonstrated ability to influence across a matrix organization. Experience with supplier management. Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office Suite of Products Prior experience with multiple subcontract types including but not limited to Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Material (T&M), Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Cost Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF) Experience with reading and understanding drawings, specifications and other engineering documents including complex SOWs Experience with proposals from prospective suppliers and analyze cost/price, technical capability, and financial viability, conduct investigations to ensure ability to perform within cost and schedule Knowledge of EXIM procurements and all the rules and regulations involved in those situations Experience with import/export regulations (ITAR/EAR) What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA. 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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

About Children’s Minnesota Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org. Children’s Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders. The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry. Position Summary Owns purchase order processing from start to finish. Owns price discrepancy resolution regarding non-contract products and ensure correct price is loaded into ERP system. Obtains the right products, equipment and services at the right time for the right department at the right price and in the right quantity; sources and secures substitute product in the event of a product and/or market shortage; creates awareness and acts on product specific availability concerns; owns procurement related order resolution such as GHX interface, match exceptions and open order reporting and provides a high level of customer service. Associate's degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of three years purchasing experience preferably in health care. Business or hospital supply chain experience desirable. Physical Demands Please click here to view the Physical Demands The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full-time employment (40 standard hrs per week). Annual salaries for part-time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full-time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs. In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on-call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Children’s Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.