Principal Specialist, Supply Chain Management

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Raytheon in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Principal Specialist in Supply Chain Management to support the Tomahawk program. You will manage day-to-day supply chain operations, coordinate with MPM teams across factories, and maintain supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.

The role requires a university degree with 5+ years in SCM or an advanced degree with 3+ years, plus the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience with minimum 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree with at least 3 years of experience.
• Experience in supply chain management.
• Experience in people leadership, including managing cross-functional teams.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day supply chain operations for the Tomahawk program.
• Coordinate with Material Program Management (MPM) teams and multiple factories.
• Serve as supplier-facing representative for a material portfolio and manage supplier relationships.
• Provide executive-level briefings and updates on supply chain data for production contracts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address program requirements.
• Develop and implement material strategies to support multi-year production plans.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and improve supplier performance.
• Represent the program during supplier engagements and readiness assessments.

Skills

Supply chain management

Leadership

Security clearance

Citizenship requirement

Education

University Degree or equivalent experience

Advanced Degree in related field

Job description

Location

US-AZ-TUCSON-9022 ~ 9022 S Rita Rd ~ BLDG 9022

Date Posted

2026-10-07

Country

United States of America

Location

US-AZ-TUCSON-9022 ~ 9022 S Rita Rd ~ BLDG 9022

Position Role Type

Hybrid

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 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 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.

As a Principal Specialist in Supply Chain Management, you will play a critical role in supporting the Tomahawk program by managing supply chain operations, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and ensuring the seamless flow of materials. Your work will directly contribute to the success of our production contracts and help maintain relationships with suppliers.

What You Will Do

• Oversee day-to-day supply chain operations, including tracking and reporting on material status and metrics.
• Act as a coordinator between Material Program Management (MPM) teams and multiple factories to ensure alignment on program needs.
• Serve as a supplier-facing representative for a specific material portfolio, managing supplier relationships and ensuring timely delivery of materials.
• Provide executive-level briefings and updates on supply chain data to support Tomahawk production contracts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including engineering, program operations, and production control, to address program requirements.
• Develop and implement material strategies to support multi-year production plans.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks while driving improvements in supplier performance.
• Represent the program during supplier engagements, including reviews, technical meetings, and readiness assessments.

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
• Previous experience in supply chain management
• Experience in people leadership, including managing cross-functional teams.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• 4 years of experience working with multiple stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Experience in executive communications, including preparing and delivering high-level briefings.

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.

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

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 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, 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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