Material Program Manager (MPM) - Tucson, AZ

RTX; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ is seeking an experienced Material Program Manager (MPM) to lead material forecasting, budgeting, and supplier management for the LADS SBU and PF&M SSBU program.

You will drive EVMS/MPM certification, manage EAC and make/buy decisions, coordinate with procurement and engineering, and mitigate supply risks while engaging across functional teams.

This U.S.-based role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain security clearance, with a track record in defense programs.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent with 8+ years' relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 5+ years.
• Experience in manufacturing, operations, production control, procurement, or finance.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with SAP, PRISM, Kinaxis or equivalent ERP systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain EVMS certification and MPM certification within one year.
• Support monthly material forecasting via ROMS and MFT tools.
• Act as or support CAM to manage material budgets and EAC for the program.
• Support MPM Leads in annual AOP development.
• Develop and execute Material Program Plans and Supplier Management Plans.
• Plan and execute sourcing decisions and support Make/Buy/Where decisions.
• Communicate requirements to suppliers and conduct supplier engagements.
• Drive Purchase Requisition generation and PO management.
• Coordinate with key stakeholders to align material availability with milestones (SAP/Prism ERP).
• Identify and mitigate supplier performance vulnerabilities.
• Support proposal activities for material cost and lead time.
• Participate in program/engineering reviews and CN/ECP approvals.
• Ensure suppliers support MRP, MPP, and MPS.
• Monitor performance metrics and address program issues.
• Mitigate supply chain risks with suppliers and purchasing.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Operations experience

Production control

Procurement

Finance experience

Education

University degree or advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

PRISM

Kinaxis

Job description

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M09 ~ 3350 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M09

Date Posted: 2026-10-22

Country: United States of America

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 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.

Raytheon is seeking an experienced Material Program Manager (MPM) in support of the LADS SBU and PF&M SSBU for a program located in Tucson, AZ. The successful candidate will be directly accountable for ensuring overall program execution of materials management including cost/schedule/quality, and management of supplier performance. To be successful, the candidate must be a self-starter, capable of developing and achieving organizational and program objectives, and must be able to successfully interface with all levels of internal and external management.

The ideal candidate will have financial, contracting, proposal development and negotiating experience and have had project management responsibilities including, but not limited to material forecasting, Estimate at Complete (EAC) risk and opportunity management, briefing in customer forums, and the ability to work in cross-functional teams. You will have the opportunity to lead projects, budgeting and financial management, issue, and conflict resolution.

What You Will Do

• Will be required to obtain Earned Value Management (EVMS) certification and Material Program Management (MPM) certification within one year in the role.
• Support MPM Leads with monthly material forecasting via the ROMS and MFT tools.
• Act as, or support, the CAM to manage material budgets and EAC for the program.
• Support MPM Leads in annual AOP development.
• Develop and execute Material Program Plans and Supplier Management Plans.
• Plan and execute sourcing decisions and support the Make/Buy/Where process.
• Communicate and translate requirements to suppliers; Conduct supplier engagements related to capability, capacity, opportunity, and risk.
• Drive Purchase Requisition generation & Purchase Order placement/management.
• Coordinate with key stakeholders (Program Office, Production Planning, Engineering, Quality) to align material availability with program milestones via the SAP/Prism Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Proactively identify and mitigate vulnerabilities within the supplier’s performance.
• Support proposal activities, as a member of the proposal development team, responsible for material cost and lead time.
• Actively participate in program/engineering reviews and change boards, including CN and ECP reviews and approvals.
• Ensure suppliers are operating to and are supporting MRP, the MPP, and the MPS.
• Monitor performance metrics and proactively act to address program and functional issues.
• Mitigate supply chain risks and work collaboratively with suppliers and purchasing to resolve material shortages or delays.

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 of experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, operations, production control, procurement, and/or finance.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP, PRISM, Kinaxis or equivalent ERP system.
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Financial Acumen: Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Forecasting, Estimates at Complete (EAC's), Earned Value Management (EVM), CAM knowledge.
• Material Program Management experience, 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 presenting (verbal and/or written) to key stakeholders.

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.
• Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not available.

Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

We Are RTX

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 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.