Principal Production Control Planner

Raytheon; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon, a leader in defense and aerospace, is looking for a Principal Production Control Planner in Tucson, AZ. The role involves coordinating production activities, ensuring material availability, and leading improvement projects. With a focus on safety, trust, and innovation, Raytheon offers competitive salaries and benefits. Applicants must have relevant experience and be able to obtain a security clearance.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5 years relevant experience.
• Manufacturing Planning and/or Production Control experience.
• Ability to obtain Interim Secret U.S. government issued security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Engineering.
• Release work orders and track material through the assembly process.
• Manage projects and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing Planning

Production Control

Project Management

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree in a related field

Tools

MRP systems

CORE tools

Job description

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Date Posted:

2025-06-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ201: RMS AP Bldg 801 1151 East Hermans Road Building 801, Tucson, AZ, 85756 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.

Raytheon has an excellent opportunity for a Planning and Production Control Specialist who will perform as a key member of the Planning and Production Control Team supporting factory(s) that are part of the Subsystems Make Center. You will need to be on-site for this position.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate interdependent activities with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Program personnel, Quality, and Engineering
• Support analysis of multiple Bills of Material in a MRP system; releasing work orders and tracking material though the assembly process
• Coordinate with warehousing and other Hubs/Factories for parts to the floor
• Support new product transition to production efforts and align communication with the factory team to drive action plans
• Lead and participate in CORE project to accomplish continuous improvement
• Manage projects or processes development efforts
• Influence others regarding policies, practices, and procedures
• Influence factory and program decision making
• Establish inventory management processes in an evolving factory environment
• This will be an onsite role in our Tucson, AZ facility
  
  

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5 years relevant experience or advanced degree in a related field and 3 years of relevant experience
• Experience in Manufacturing Planning and/or Production Control experience
• Ability to obtain Interim Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
  
  

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with CORE or continuous improvement tools and applications
• Experience leading teams in cost reduction/process improvement initiatives
• Experience with Integrated Planning, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Depot, Sales and Operations Planning as well as Inventory Management
• Experience with MRP (Materials Requirement Planning) tools and systems
• Customer service background and experience
  
  

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.
  
  

Learn More & Apply Now!

• 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.
• 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
  
  

• Location Info and/or Links:
• Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location
  

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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