Material Program Manager - Tucson, AZ

RTX (Raytheon); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ, is seeking a seasoned Material Program Manager to lead multiple projects with limited oversight. You will drive material strategies, manage risks and budgets, and coordinate with suppliers and IPTs to ensure on-time deliveries in a complex defense environment.

The ideal candidate will have SAP/PRISM/Kinaxis experience, a U.S. government security clearance, and a track record of cross-functional leadership in procurement and program management.

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 of experience.
• ERP systems experience such as SAP, PRISM, Kinaxis or equivalent.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

ERP systems

Cost/schedule management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree (optional)

Tools

SAP

PRISM

Kinaxis

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-07

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-9016 ~ 9000 S Rita Rd ~ BLDG 9016

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 Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on 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 a seasoned Material Program Manager (MPM) professional to support programs located in Tucson, AZ. 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 experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.


• ERP systems experience such as SAP, PRISM, Kinaxis or equivalent.


• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Financial Acumen: AOP, Forecasting, Estimates at Complete, Earned Value Management, CAM knowledge.


• Experience creating and delivering presentations to key stakeholders.


• Ability to grasp/understand technical concepts and applications.


• Excellent time management skills and the ability to assign the appropriate priorities to competing tasks.


• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation), leadership abilities, and the ability to work in an Integrated Product Team (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.

Not Relocation Eligible - Relocation assistance not available.

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.

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 Clearanc