Supply Chain Product Line Leader

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Material Program Manager to lead a team of 6–8 MPMs and shape material strategies for classified and unclassified programs.

You will coordinate with cross-functional IPTs to align material requirements, supplier capacity, and program schedules while driving Design-to-Cost and affordability initiatives. A U.S. government clearance is required, with a broad benefits package and on-site work in the US.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 8–10 years in material program management, supply chain strategy, supplier management, or program execution.
• Experience as a people manager (performance reviews, development).
• Proficiency with SAP or related MRP/ERP tools; familiarity with budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of 6-8 Material Program Managers.
• Provide strategic supply chain leadership across the AOIS product line.
• Develop material strategies, plans, and supplier management approaches.
• Drive early supplier involvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, Contracts, and PMO.

Skills

People management

Supply chain leadership

Material program management

ERP systems (SAP)

Education

University degree or equivalent

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

SAP

MRP/ERP tools

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-04 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite 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.

What You Will Do

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of 6-8 Material Program Managers supporting classified and unclassified programs
• Provide strategic supply chain leadership across the AOIS product line and serve as the primary SCM interface to Program Management and cross-functional IPTs
• Advise the AOIS OSC Lead and Program Management Office on material strategies, supplier risks, program execution, and performance
• Develop and execute program material strategies, material program plans (MPP), supply chain objectives, and supplier management strategies
• Establish priorities, allocate resources, and drive execution across a diverse portfolio of development and production programs
• Drive early supplier involvement, strategic sourcing, Design-to-Cost, affordability, and cost reduction initiatives
• Lead risk and opportunity management while proactively addressing supplier, program, and functional issues
• Monitor supply chain performance metrics and communicate portfolio status, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, Contracts, and Program Management to align material requirements, supplier capacity, and program schedules
• Support proposal, capture, and new business activities, including supply chain strategies, estimates, and price-to-win objectives
• Champion continuous improvement, process standardization, and best practices across the Supply Chain organization
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable government regulations
• Travel required to support program and supplier objectives
• Influence program objectives and long-range goals across a complex portfolio
• Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks while driving opportunities

Qualifications

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience
• Experience as a people manager responsible for management activities such as performance reviews, employee development, etc.
• Minimum 8 years experience in material program management, supply chain strategy, supplier management, and/or program execution
• Experience using SAP or related MRP/ERP tools
• Experience in material forecasting, financial management, and/or management of program budgets
• 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.
• Experience supporting classified defense programs
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, TINA, and related government requirements
• Knowledge of Design-to-Cost, Cost Reduction Initiatives (CRI), affordability, and/or productivity improvement
• Experience in proposal development, new business capture, and competitive assessments
• 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.

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. 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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.