Associate Director, Inventory Compliance

RTX (Raytheon); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ is seeking a GFM/Depot Inventory Compliance Associate Director to lead all inventory compliance activities for Government Furnished Material. You will direct a team across MMAS and Property systems, shaping strategy and ensuring compliance and audit readiness.

You will collaborate with Property, Logistics, Finance, Production Control, and 3PL partners, drive performance metrics, cost optimization, and continuous improvement using CORE as a change enabler.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience.
• Experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, and/or Inventory Management.
• Experience collaborating with stakeholders at multiple levels, including executives, suppliers, and customers.
• Experience leading teams and developing talent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Inventory Compliance strategies with operations leadership to meet goals.
• Harmonize Inventory Compliance practices across Supply Chain and Factory Logistics.
• Build relationships with Property, Logistics, Finance, Production Control, MPM, and 3PL partners.
• Support audits related to DFAR-governed systems and customer reviews.
• Develop, track, and report key performance metrics to drive transparency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using CORE as a change enabler.
• Create business cases, savings plans, and operational recommendations.
• Drive innovation in logistics processes to improve efficiency and reduce cost.
• Set future-state strategy for depot-site inventory compliance, esp. secondary systems.
• Apply root-cause analysis to complex issues and implement solutions.
• Manage overhead budgets, costs, and resource planning.
• Interpret and apply SSOWs to ensure compliance and consistency.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

University degree or equivalent

Advanced degree

Tools

MMAS

Property management system

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-14

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.

The GFM/Depot Inventory Compliance Associate Director is responsible for leading all inventory compliance activities associated with Government Furnished Material (GFM) and materials managed at Raytheon depot sites. This leader will direct a team of experienced professionals, overseeing daily operations aligned to Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS) and Property business system requirements. The role includes setting strategic direction, performing complex analysis, and influencing senior leadership on compliance, cost, and operational impacts. This position requires collaboration across multiple sites, functions, and customer groups to ensure consistent and effective execution of inventory compliance activities.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute Inventory Compliance strategies and objectives in partnership with RTX and Raytheon Operations & Supply Chain leadership to achieve compliance, cost, quality, and service-level goals.


• Lead the harmonization and advancement of Inventory Compliance best practices across Supply Chain and Factory Logistics teams.


• Build and maintain effective relationships with Property, Logistics, Finance, Production Control, MPM, and 3PL partners to ensure consistent operational alignment.


• Support internal and external customer audits related to DFAR-governed business systems and customer-directed financial reviews.


• Develop, track, and report key performance metrics to drive performance and transparency.


• Establish and lead continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging CORE as a key enabler of change.


• Create business cases, savings plans, and operational recommendations related to Inventory Compliance activities.


• Drive innovation in logistics processes and technologies to enhance efficiency, reduce cost, and strengthen compliance.


• Set future-state strategy for depot-site inventory compliance operations, particularly those operating on secondary inventory management systems.


• Apply problem-solving expertise to moderate and complex issues, identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions.


• Manage overhead budgets, cost impacts, and resource planning aligned with operational needs.


• Interpret and apply Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs) to ensure compliance and operational consistency.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years' experience.


• Experience in the fields of Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, and/or Inventory Management.


• Experience collaborating with stakeholders at multiple levels, including executives, suppliers, and customers.


• Experience leading teams and developing talent.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry, including working with FAR/DFAR-governed processes and the Material Management and Accounting System or Property business systems.


• Certifications such as APICS CSCP, CLTD, PMP, or similar credentials.


• Experience leading teams of logistics or supply chain professionals and influencing cross-functional outcomes; strong communication skills with internal and external partners.


• Experience in data analysis and visualization tools (i.e. Tableau or Power BI), with the ability to apply strategic thinking and problem-solving to complex issues.


• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret or higher clearance level or program access after start date.