Contracts Manager Abu Dhabi

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, Or Immigration Status Requirements

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Job Description

Date Posted: 2026-02-05

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-REMOTE

Position Role Type: Onsite

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Raytheon has an exciting opportunity for a Contracts Manager to work with a global matrix team at Raytheon Emirates Ltd. (REL) United Arab Emirates Headquarters. In this role you will support REL implementation of program execution, new business captures, and Middle East North Africa (MENA) Group Contracts Operations. You will be a contracts professional with a high degree of responsibility in a complex, multi-contract international business, reporting to the REL Associate Director, Contracts.

You will develop a close and impactful working relationship with internal stakeholders and global customers such as UAE Ministries and other government agencies.

The position is accommodated on site in Abu Dhabi, UAE for a long term international assignment with additional compensation. Employment is contingent upon meeting all medical requirements for overseas assignments, including a comprehensive post offer medical examination.

What You Will Do

• Support the engagement and business activities with mission areas on a matrixed geographically dispersed team.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Support REL UAE Direct Commercial Sales captures to accomplish the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
• Collaborate toward improvements of processes through the use of existing tools.
• Support the development of new tools to enhance performance of programs, captures, or other business entities.
• Participate in MENA Contracts training and development when needed.
• Co manage OCONUS contracts duties resulting in achieving program and business area objectives.
• Ensure successful governance/compliance with company policies and Export/Import obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Take ownership of complex program/contract issues and use knowledge of situational dynamics to establish personal engagement strategies to resolve them.
• Recognize business and contractual issues in program performance, implement solutions, carry to completion, while exercising good judgment with minimal supervision.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 8+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 6+ years' experience.
• Experience with ICMS and international contracting.
• Experience with Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) and/or Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contracting.
• Experience with proposal preparation.
• Experience in negotiations and demonstrated cross functional leadership within a geographically dispersed team.
• Experience and/or knowledge of working in the MENA region and business acumen.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Business Management, Contract Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Business Law, or a master's in law or Juris Doctorate in Law.
• Experience working in GCC countries.
• Contract management experience or related business discipline experience managing Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) and/or Foreign Military Sale (FMS) contracts.
• International negotiations experience.
• Understanding and use of Import and Export controls, compliance, and licensing.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and shared databases.
• Excellent focus on responsiveness with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent and effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi task and work effectively in a fast paced environment.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. RTX values: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Salary range: $107,500 USD - $204,500 USD. The salary range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

Benefits may include 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 depend on the business unit and collective bargaining agreement.

Annual short term and/or long term incentive compensation programs may be available; payments are not guaranteed and depend on individual and company performance.

This role is U.S. based. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

The application window will close approximately 40 days from the posting date. RTX reserves the right to shorten or extend it as needed.

Clearance Information

This position requires a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO) handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information can be found on the U.S. Department of State website:

Commitment to Secure Hiring Process

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select interview steps in person at one of our office locations, regardless of role designation.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Job Details

• Role Level: Mid Level
• Work Type: Full Time
• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Company Website:
• Job Function: Legal & Compliance
• Company Industry/Sector: Defense and Space Manufacturing