Lead Material Program Manager

RTX; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ seeks an experienced Sr Manager Material Program Manager to lead all supply chain activities for the program. The role interfaces with Program Managers, IPT, and Supply Chain to influence goals and drive execution.

The candidate should have a strong track record in leading teams, balancing tactical work with project management, and interfacing with multiple management levels. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience with minimum 10 years in relevant roles or an Advanced Degree with at least 7 years of experience.
• Experience managing and/or leading a team.
• Ability to influence program goals and coordinate across IPT and Supply Chain.

Responsibilities

• Provide resources, training, and talent management to the team.
• Owns the execution of material program strategy (MPS) and the material program plan (MPP).
• Drive impact and influence program planning, financial goals, building teams.
• Review and approve gating activities, EACs, Risk Register, engineering boards, proposal strategies, supply base messaging.
• Work cross-functionally to resolve supplier or material issues.
• Report status related to supplier and material needs to leadership at varying levels.
• Travel up to 25% domestically and internationally as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Program management

Supply chain

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University degree or equivalent

Advanced degree in related field

Job description

Date Posted

2026-08-20

Country

United States of America

Location

US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807

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 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 an experienced Material Program Manager with a successful background in Supply Chain to fill a critical Sr Manager Material Program Manager (MPM) role. The MPM serves as the leader for all program’s supply chain activities and is the liaison between the Program Manager(s), Integrated Product Team (IPT) and other functional leads, and the Supply Chain organization. This position requires an individual who will be able to exert impact and influence the overall goals of the program and the program IPT team. The ideal candidate will have experience leading teams, balancing tactical work with managing projects, and capable of successfully interfacing with varying levels of management.

What You Will Do:

• Provide resources, training, and talent management to the team.
• Owns the execution of material program strategy (MPS) and the material program plan (MPP).
• Drive impact and influence program planning, financial goals, building teams.
• Review and approve gating activities, EACs, Risk Register, engineering boards, proposal strategies, supply base messaging.
• Work cross-functionally to resolve supplier or material issues
• Report status related to supplier and material needs to various leadership teams at varying levels: Tier 1-3.
• Travel up to 25% domestically and internationally as required.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience
• Experience managing and/or leading a team

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Supply chain experience in the Aerospace or Defense Industry
• Experience coordinating strategies and managing tactical execution
• Prime proposal, negotiation experience, TINA complianceexperience
• Financial acumen, budget management, EAC experience
• International Supply Chain experience

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

_ As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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