Principal Specialist, Material Program Manager

RTX (Raytheon); United States; Remote; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Material Program Manager (MPM) to join the Naval Systems and Sustainment team. You will bridge supply chain and program functions, manage supplier provided materials, and ensure cost, quality, and schedule targets are met for the Naval Radars supply chain.

The role requires 5+ years in supply chain or program management, experience with suppliers, and US citizenship for security clearance. Remote work is supported, with occasional travel to suppliers as needed.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a supply chain role and/or program/project management.
• Minimum 2 years experience working with suppliers.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Responsibilities

• Work closely with program and partnering functions to ensure successful supplier management and execution in support of program needs and requirements.
• Partner with procurement to ensure suppliers are meeting program requirements (contractual requirements, drawing and technical data packages, and schedule requirements).
• Assist procurement with supplier Request for Proposals / Quotes (RFP's / RFQ's)
• Provide status by preparing and presenting slides and files during team tag-ups, daily/weekly program meetings, and monthly program & customer reviews
• Maintain and assess the integrity of the MRP environment and the programs' schedule within that environment while balancing supply and demand to allow for an executable schedule
• Overall ownership of the supplier and finance management process (i.e., Risk/Opportunity, Line of Balance, Metrics, Material sales forecasts)
• Proactively address and complete urgent supply chain tasking (Purchase Requisitions integrity, Single/Sole Source Justifications, Supplier Statement of Work (SSOW), Purchase Order follow up)
• Communicate program status, issues, and resolution plans across all major stakeholders, including Raytheon senior management, customers, and suppliers
• Travel domestically to suppliers as needed

Skills

Supply chain experience

Program management

Supplier management

Procurement collaboration

RFP/RFQ coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Kinaxis RapidResponse

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-14

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-REMOTE

Position Role Type: Remote

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's 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.

Job Description

Raytheon is seeking a Material Program Manager (MPM) to work within the Naval Systems and Sustainment Sub-Business Unit in the Naval Power (NP) Strategic Business Unit. In this role, you will bridge the Supply Chain and Program teams and manage materials provided by suppliers on the Naval Radars Supply Chain Team. The MPM is responsible for executing the strategies and objectives of the product line to meet cost, quality, and scheduled targets for the program and business unit, ensuring that products are delivered on time to the end customer.

What You Will Do:

• Work closely with program and partnering functions to ensure successful supplier management and execution in support of program needs and requirements
• Partner with procurement to ensure suppliers are meeting program requirements (contractual requirements, drawing and technical data packages, and schedule requirements).
• Assist procurement with supplier Request for Proposals / Quotes (RFP's / RFQ's)
• Provide status by preparing and presenting slides and files during team tag-ups, daily/weekly program meetings, and monthly program & customer reviews
• Maintain and assess the integrity of the MRP environment and the programs' schedule within that environment while balancing supply and demand to allow for an executable schedule
• Overall ownership of the supplier and finance management process (i.e., Risk/Opportunity, Line of Balance, Metrics, Material sales forecasts)
• Proactively address and complete urgent supply chain tasking (Purchase Requisitions integrity, Single/Sole Source Justifications, Supplier Statement of Work (SSOW), Purchase Order follow up)
• Communicate program status, issues, and resolution plans across all major stakeholders, including Raytheon senior management, customers, and suppliers
• Travel domestically to suppliers as needed

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
• Minimum 5 years experience in a supply chain role and/or program/project management
• Minimum 2 years experience working with suppliers
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in Subcontracts, Procurement, or Strategic Sourcing
• Supply chain experience in the defense industry
• Experience in Supply Chain Planning tools (i.e. SAP, Power Bi, Kinaxis RapidResponse)

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.

Remote Information

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

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.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Salary

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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, locatio