Principal Logistics Specialist

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Supply Chain Logistics professional for our Tucson, AZ location. The role requires coordinating with internal teams and external providers to align on program logistics and costs, including EVMS tracking.

Domestic and international travel is expected, with on-site work at the Tucson site. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's or advanced degree plus 5+ years in logistics, with experience in global supply chains, earned value, and Lean/Six Sigma where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or advanced degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Manufacturing, Operations, and/or Program/Project Management.
• International supply chain experience is required.
• Earned Value Management System experience or equivalent financial reporting tools.
• APICS CSCP or equivalent certification preferred with ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Support Supply Chain leadership in executing strategic logistics initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal Product, Export/Import, and Logistics teams.
• Coordinate with external third‑party logistics providers to maintain alignment.
• Define and maintain the logistics scope and estimates for new programs.
• Support transportation processes by updating shipment status across programs.
• Track and analyze all cost elements and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Manage Earned Value, Risk Management, and Opportunity Management within budgets.
• Execute shipping transactions and prepare country-specific documentation.
• Travel domestically and internationally (20%/10%).
• This role is onsite at one of our Tucson, AZ locations.

Skills

Supply chain

Logistics

Six Sigma

Cost analysis

Budgeting

Earned Value

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)

Role Type: Hybrid

Eligibility: U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status: 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 Details: Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1. Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret or higher clearance level or program access after start date.

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.

What You Will Do

• Support Supply Chain leadership in executing strategic logistics and supply chain initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal Product, Export/Import, and Logistics teams.
• Coordinate with external third‑party logistics providers to maintain operational alignment.
• Define and maintain the logistics scope and basis of estimates for new programs.
• Support transportation processes by updating shipment status across multiple international programs.
• Track and analyze all cost elements associated with shipments and identify cost‑reduction opportunities.
• Manage Earned Value, Risk Management, and Opportunity Management components within logistics budgets.
• Execute shipping transactions, prepare country‑specific documentation, and maintain milestone tracking and reporting.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (20% domestically / 10% internationally).
• This position is onsite at one of our Tucson, AZ locations.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and minimum five (5) years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum three (3) years' experience.
• Experience with Supply Chain, Logistics, Manufacturing, Operations, and or Program or Project Management.
• International supply chain experience.
• Earned Value Management System experience, or experience with other financial reporting tools.
• We Prefer APICS CSCP or equivalent certification, with the ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Experience in Integrated Logistics Support concepts, requirements and processes.
• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret or higher clearance level or program access after start date.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD.

• 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.
• 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.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

About RTX

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.