Principal Specialist, Supply Chain Contracts (Remote - Puerto Rico)

Date Posted:

2026-03-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-PR-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

U.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:

None/Not Required

Join Collins Aerospace as a Principal Specialist, Supply Chain Contracts, where you will serve as a key advisor at the intersection of supply chain, procurement, and government contracting. In this role, you’ll partner closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to navigate complex contractual matters, ensuring alignment with business objectives while maintaining compliance with U.S. Government and company requirements. From interpreting and negotiating terms and conditions to advising on contractual risk, you’ll play a critical role in enabling fast-moving procurement activities and supporting high-impact programs across the organization.

This position offers a dynamic environment where no two days are the same—you’ll handle a wide range of contracting needs, from quick-turn agreements and purchase order support to more complex negotiations and contract administration. As a trusted resource, you’ll help resolve business and technical challenges through practical, legally sound solutions, while also contributing to process improvements and operational efficiency. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment and wants to make a meaningful impact on both the execution and strategy of supply chain operations within a leading aerospace and defense organization.
 

This position will be located Remotely in Puerto Rico. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.

What You Will Do:

• Draft, review, interpret, negotiate, and manage complex agreements to ensure alignment with business objectives and customer requirements
• Advise and represent the organization in moderate to complex contract negotiations and contract administration matters
• Conduct front-end assessments of contractual and legal risk while negotiating and executing agreements in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Serve as a primary point of contact for customers and suppliers to support contract acquisition, execution, and fulfillment
• Represent the organization with internal stakeholders, suppliers, customers, and government agencies
• Resolve business and technical issues by identifying risk, applying sound contractual judgment, and recommending effective solutions
• Advise leadership on contractual rights and obligations and recommend strategies to mitigate program and business risk
• Compile, analyze, and maintain contract-related data and documentation to support decision-making and compliance
• Manage small projects or processes independently with minimal oversight
• Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives across contracting and procurement processes
• Utilize supplier-specific templates, training materials, and standard work to ensure consistency and compliance
• Track and log turnbacks to identify trends and support process optimization

What You Will Learn:

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Gain valuable experience in working closely with internal stakeholders across the organization, improving your ability to influence and align teams on high-stakes negotiations
• Contracts Negotiation: Develop an understanding of government contracting and supply chain terms and conditions, expanding your expertise in contract law, legal documentation, and compliance within a global defense industry
• Project Management Excellence: Strengthen your project management abilities as you oversee and execute multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes while managing stakeholders

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• Experience negotiating contracts, including development and interpretation of terms and conditions

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree
• Experience supporting U.S. Government (USG) contracts
• Experience within a supply chain, procurement, or subcontracting environment
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.

• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Mission Systems: 

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. 

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

* Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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.

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