Principal Specialist, Material Program Manager

Date Posted:
2026-07-20
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-AZ-TUCSON-808 1151 E Hermans Rd BLDG 808
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
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 Clearan
...
ce Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
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 a Material Program Manager (MPM) in Tucson, Arizona. The MPM is responsible for managing Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) activities in the Naval Power Mission Area in support of the Naval Standard Missile Systems (NSMS) production portfolio. This MPM will serve as the interface between Supply Chain and Program working on production contracts. Key responsibilities include the following: developing and implementing material strategies, material forecasting, ensuring cost and schedule requirements are met, evaluating metrics to monitor GSCM health, supplier assessments, and development/support of ROMs/proposals. This role will be heavily focused on Supplier Health and ensuring the Supply Chain is developing the capability, staffing, and production planning to meet contracted deliverables with Raytheon.
What You Will Do:
• Drive processes to successful completion in support of an aggressive schedule of deliveries at an increasing rate
• Increase operational efficiencies to ensure business area and program success
• Operate independently, yet readily recognize and escalate when assistance is required
• Process strategic and tactical tasks
• Influence team decisions and outcomes of other program leaders
• Work in a cross-functional team-oriented environment (quality, engineering, operations etc.)
• Manage multiple conflicting priorities with supplier managers
• Process information from multiple sources to achieve a successful outcome
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 prior relevant experience
• Experience leading or participating in cross-functional teams
• Material forecasting experience
Qualifications We Prefer:
• EVMS certification
• Lead program management efforts, address issues, and resolve conflicts
• Financial knowledge, the mechanics of strong supplier negotiations, and how to influence an acceptance in execution of cost reduction opportunities
• Experience managing suppliers or projects
• Experience supporting Supplier production readiness efforts / capacity assessments
What We Offer
Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm
Learn More & Apply Now!
• There is NO relocation assistance for this role
Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
• Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite

View the full posting and apply