Defense Material Program Manager — Onsite, Clearance Ready

RTX; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced Material Program Manager to support the FXR program, onsite in Tewksbury, MA. You will lead supplier performance, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive engagement to meet program commitments.

The role requires US citizenship, a DoD Secret clearance, and travel about 25%. RTX offers comprehensive benefits and a secure, technology-driven work environment within a leading defense company.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience with considerable related experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage supplier performance to meet program requirements, including schedule, quality, and affordability goals.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to align supplier capabilities with program needs.
• Develop and execute Supplier Engagement Strategies, including resource allocation, budget management, and schedule adherence.
• Manage supplier backlog, ensuring priorities are defined and communicated.
• Identify and mitigate risks, driving process improvements across supplier operations.
• Collect, analyze, and report on supplier performance metrics for program objectives.
• Develop and manage Estimates at Completion (EAC) for financial forecasting.
• Act as main contact for supplier-related program execution activities, aligning with RTX values.
• Ability to travel ~25%.

Skills

Project management

Program management

Product management

Finance management

Supplier management

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

RTX is seeking an experienced Material Program Manager to support the FXR program, onsite in Tewksbury, MA. You will lead supplier performance, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive engagement to meet program commitments.

The role requires US citizenship, a DoD Secret clearance, and travel about 25%. RTX offers comprehensive benefits and a secure, technology-driven work environment within a leading defense company.