Material Program Manager

Raytheon Technologies Corporation; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Material Program Manager in Tucson. This role involves autonomously managing multiple projects, engaging teams to resolve issues, and overseeing budgets to support program objectives. Candidates with experience in project management and a solid background in the defense industry will excel in this fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years prior relevant Supplier and Proposal experience.
• Experience in project management roles, including risk and opportunity management.
• Background in the defense industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute material strategies to support program objectives.
• Manage budgets for all buy parts and supply chain labor.
• Support recurring supplier and program reviews.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time Management

Financial Acumen

Education

University Degree or equivalent experience

Advanced Degree in a related field

Tools

SAP

PRISM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-05-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ859: RMS Rita Road Bldg 9022 9000 South Rita Road Building 9022, Tucson, AZ, 85747 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

Job Summary

Raytheon is seeking a Material Program Manager (MPM) to support our program locatedin Tucson, Arizona. They will work autonomously managing multiple projects with limited oversight from management. The desired MPM will be able to proactively overcome complex issues through effective communication and influence. They must also be passionate about engaging lower-level professionals to help them overcome issues and grow.

The ideal candidate will have financial, contracting, proposal development, and negotiating experience. They must have project management responsibilities including but not limited to risk and opportunity management and cost/schedule management.

What You Will Do:

• Execute material strategies to support program objectives
• Support recurring supplier, program, and IPT Reviews including visibility of procurement plans and escalation of supply chain issues
• Implement a forward-looking approach to procurement, pro-actively identifying procurement/delivery gaps, and leveraging the appropriate support teams to drive throughput of product deliveries
• Develop and execute Risk & Opportunity (R&O) plans to meet Annual Operating Plan (AOP) & program responsibilities; Proactively manage mitigation plans
• Manage budgets for all buy parts and supply chain labor in support of the Estimate at Completion (EAC) process
• Supplier Can-Build oversight including metrics and health assessments
• Support prime proposals and program start-up including developing and executing Material Product Strategies (MPS) and Plans (MPP)
• Support Supplier Request for Information/Proposals/Quotes (RFIs/RFPs/RFQs) and obtain and understand supplier proposals/quotes
• Flow customer and product requirements to suppliers; Conduct supplier engagements related to capability, capacity, opportunity, and risk.
• Willing to travel, as required
  

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant Supplier and Proposal experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years relevant experience
  

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Financial Acumen: AOP, Forecasting, Estimates at Complete, Earned Value Management, CAM knowledge
• Material Program Managementexperience, with SAP, PRISM knowledge
• Prior experience working in the defense industry within the supply chain function
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR and DFAR)
• Experience making presentations (verbal and/or written) to key stakeholders
• Ability to grasp/understand technical concepts and applications
• Must be able to succeed in the high stress, fast paced development environment
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to assign the appropriate priorities to the many tasks they will be required to perform
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, and Power point
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation), leadership abilities, and the ability to work in an IPT environment
  

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.

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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:

Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

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The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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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