Material Program Manager (MPM)

Date Posted:

2026-01-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-M09 ~ 3350 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M09

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 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 is seeking an experienced Material Program Manager (MPM) professional to support the LADS SBU and PF&M SSBU for a program located in Tucson, AZ. Candidates must be able to succeed in a fast paced development environment and possess excellent time management/prioritization skills.  Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation), leadership abilities, and the ability to work well in a matrixed IPT environment are also important.  Must be a self-starter, capable of achieving organizational and program objectives, and able to interface with all levels of internal and supplier management. The successful candidate will be directly accountable for ensuring overall program execution of materials management including cost/schedule/quality, and management of supplier performance.

In this role, you will leverage Supply Chain, technical knowledge, and process capability expertise to improve supplier performance and support. You will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and the broader Supply Chain organization to drive Raytheon requirements for manufacturing and quality capabilities of suppliers, and improvement of supplier hardware for schedule and affordability. You will be the catalyst for program execution of Supplier Engagement Strategy activities including ensuring appropriate budget, resource, schedule, and execution.

THIS IS AN ONSITE ROLE IN TUCSON, AZ.

What You Will Do:

• Drive Purchase Requisition generation & Purchase Order placement/management by working closely with Production Control, Purchasing, and Finance.
• Report program status and communicate critical issues to external and internal customers, as well as offer solutions and assist in implementing corrective action(s).
• Drive successful completion of material deliveries with potentially aggressive schedules.
• Support CAM(s) in managing material budgets and EACs for the program(s).
• Support lead make/buy/where process.
• Assist with generation of Supplier Statement of Work (SSOW).
• Monitor performance metrics to proactively manage supplier performance and communicate larger concerns to functional leadership.
• Up to 25% domestic travel may be required.

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 Supply Chain experience
• 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

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 3+ years in a supply chain focused role
• EVMS certification
• Experience managing suppliers or projects
• Financial acumen
• Strong supplier negotiation skills with the ability to identify and execute cost reduction opportunities
• Experience in manufacturing operations and/or production control
• Experience leading or participating in cross-functional teams
• 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: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. (Select the one that fits the role type of the req)

• 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.

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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