Principal Specialist, Material Program Manager

Date Posted: 2026-07-13 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ 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 on 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.  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) to join our Naval Power team onsite 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 Material Sales Forecasting as well as maintaining cadence for review of Key Performance Indicators and Monitoring of Metrics Health. 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 2 years of prior relevant experience Experience leading or participating in cross-functional teams Material sales forecasting 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 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. Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Location :  This position is for an onsite role in Tucson, Arizona: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location    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. Pa