Principle Specialist, Material Program Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

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

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Material Program Manager in Tucson, AZ to lead Global Supply Chain Management for the Naval Power mission area on NSMS development projects. You will coordinate material strategies, forecasting, and ROM development while partnering with quality, engineering, and operations to meet aggressive delivery schedules.

The role requires a University degree, 3–5 years in program management, and an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years in a program management or supply chain role.
• Active and transferable Secret Clearance required before start date.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement material strategies for NSMS development.
• Forecast material needs and monitor cost/schedule performance.
• Collaborate across quality, engineering, and operations to meet deliveries.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional teams to resolve issues and optimize ROMs.
• Manage supplier relationships and drive cost reduction opportunities.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

University degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Projects

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-22 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808 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: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on 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.

The Material Program Manager (MPM) is responsible for managing Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) activities in the Naval Power Mission Area in support of the Naval Standard Missile Systems (NSMS) development portfolio. This MPM will serve as the interface between Supply Chain and Program working on development contracts.

Key responsibilities include the following: developing and implementing material strategies, material forecasting, ensuring cost and schedule requirements are met, evaluating metrics to monitor GSCM health, supplier assessments, and development/support of ROMs/proposals.

What You Will Do:

Drive processes to successful completion in support of a very aggressive schedule of deliveries Increase operational efficiencies to ensure business area and program success Operate independently, yet readily recognize and escape when assistance is required Process strategic and tactical tasks Influence team decisions and outcomes of other program leaders Work in a cross-functional team-oriented environment (quality, engineering, operations etc.) Manage multiple conflicting priorities with supplier managers Process information from multiple sources to achieve a successful outcome

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 Experience leading or participating in cross-functional teams Active and transferable Secret Clearance U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain higher clearance level or program access prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer:

EVMS certification Experience managing suppliers or projects Lead program management efforts, address issues, and resolve conflicts Financial experience, the mechanics of supplier negotiations, and how to influence an acceptance in execution of cost reduction opportunities Experience in desktop computing tools (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Projects)

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.

There is NO relocation assistance for this role

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.

Location: This position is for an onsite role in Tucson, Arizona: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

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

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.

• 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
• 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.

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.