Material Program Manger

Date Posted: 2026-09-30 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M13 ~ 3601 E Britannia Dr ~ BRITANNIA M13 Position Role Type: Onsite 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 Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Raytheon is seeking a Material Program Manager to join the Advanced Technology (AT) team in support of the SLCM program. This role requires the ability to meet program objectives within a matrixed environment and to interface effectively with functional and program leadership. The position serves as a key member of the Supply Chain team, coordinating with Program Manager(s), the Integrated Product Team (IPT), and supplier teams. Responsibilities include executing supply chain and material program strategies and plans to support program requirements from initial development through contract closure. The role also includes financial, contracting, negotiation, and project management activities, as well as risk and opportunity management, participation in customer forums, and collaboration within cross‑functional teams. What You Will Do: Implement the material program strategy (MPS) and the material program plan (MPP). Provide comprehensive Supply Chain support for RLPM activities and ensures IPDP compliance for the programs and tailoring when applicable. Manage supplier performance and associated supplier management processes, including Supply Chain metrics, international considerations, Make/Buy/Where strategy, strategic agreements, and communication of customer flow‑through requirements (e.g., FAR/DFARS, ITAR, offset, public law, quality, warranty). Develop, lead, and implement common schedule creation, supply chain proposal activities, and risk/opportunity plans to meet program goals. Participate as a member of the program office, supporting IPT meetings, Change Control Board (CCB), Risk and Opportunity Review Board (RORB), and Engineering Review Board (ERB). Support the Control Account Manager (CAM) for material by monitoring and addressing material‑related performance and financial metrics, including developing and tracking budgets, working capital targets, sales forecasts, short‑range outlooks (SRO), material EACs, sales and operating plans, and Annual Operating Plans (AOP) related to cost, schedule, and quality. This role is on site at one of our Tucson, AZ locations. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience. Experience in Program Management, Material Program Management, Procurement, Contracts, Finance, Operations, and/or Strategic Sourcing. Experience performing financial or material oversight tasks such as budgeting, forecasting, or tracking cost and schedule performance. Experience developing schedules, supporting propos…

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