Manager, Materials Planning, SIOP

Socket.dev; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, Arizona is seeking a Manager, Materials Planning and Production Control SME with DoD Secret clearance to lead KPI development and material flow strategies. You will standardize processes and align production control with program goals, while coordinating with QA, manufacturing, procurement and engineering.

The role focuses on capacity planning, demand forecasting, and continuous improvement initiatives in an onsite environment in the Tucson area.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years’ experience.
• Experience to include planning, scheduling, production control, supply chain, manufacturing, operations, Factory Flow, logistics, or other production driven experience.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop tracking and monitoring at the factory level to support factory material goals and ensure compliance.
• Promote process standardization and best practices across the factory; document and implement standardized production control processes.
• Work closely with factory operations to align production control strategies with broader program goals.
• Support capacity planning and demand forecasting and resource allocation to meet factory requirements.
• Support and drive improvement opportunities to optimize production control workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
• Coordinate interdepartmental activities with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, and engineering.
• Participates in projects and teams to accomplish continuous improvement – CORE.
• This is an onsite role in Tucson Arizona.

Skills

Production planning

Capacity planning

Demand forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University degree

Advanced degree

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Date Posted

2026-09-21

Country

United States of America

Location

US-AZ-TUCSON-9024 ~ 9024 S Rita Rd ~ BLDG 9024

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.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager, Materials Planning and production control Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team. This role is critical in driving operational excellence by developing and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), implementing material information flow strategies, standardizing processes, and aligning production control operations with the factory and program goals.

What You Will Do

• Develop tracking and monitoring at the factory level to support factory material goals and ensure compliance.
• Promote process standardization and best practices: collaborate on, document, and implement standardized production control processes across the factory. Identify, promote, and share best practices to improve efficiency, quality, and delivery performance.
• Work closely with factory operations to ensure production control strategies align with broader program goals and constraints.
• Support capacity planning and demand forecasting and resource allocation to meet factory requirements.
• Support and drive improvement opportunities to optimize production control workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
• Coordinate interdepartmental activities with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, and engineering.
• Participates in projects and or teams to accomplish continuous improvement – CORE.
• This is an onsite role in Tucson Arizona.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years’ experience.
• Experience to include planning, scheduling, production control, supply chain, manufacturing, operations, Factory Flow, logistics, or other production driven experience.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in planning and production control in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience utilizing lean manufacturing concepts with a proven track record of lean or six sigma project implementations.
• Experience with Wave track and in Material and Inventory Control-type systems such as Kanban, SMI, Continuous Flow Manufacturing.
• Experience working with MS Office applications.

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.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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