Senior Principal Logistics Specialist

Date Posted:

2026-03-30

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-WOBURN-WB2 ~ 225 Presidential Way ~ GODDARD BLDG

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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. 

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is responsible for ensuring our products are Safe, Reliable, Maintainable and delivered on time Life Cycle Engineering consists of multiple disciplines that support engineering, our program offices and our customers.  Our Life Cycle Engineering disciplines participate in the total life cycle of our products from conception to deactivation. Our focus area is product support, including the following disciplines: Reliability System Safety and Supportability.

The Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Life Cycle Engineering department is seeking a Senior Principal Logistics Specialist (Repair & Return) to support the GLOBUS and FSSMI programs onsite in Woburn, MA. In this role, you will work with a cross-functional team to oversee repair contracts for sensor systems, ensuring repairs are tracked, completed, and returned to customers in line with contract requirements. You will operate in a dynamic environment, prioritizing program needs and collaborating across functions, including operations, supply chain, and finance, to provide accurate reporting to customers.

If you have excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of factory operations, and a proven ability to solve critical issues, this role may be perfect for you!

What You Will Do

• Support the Integrated Product Team Lead by directing asset repair and return activities and providing logistical oversight across teams.

• Track assets throughout the repair lifecycle and ensure accurate status reporting.

• Prepare correspondence and reports for internal and external asset transactions and approvals.

• Evaluate repair expenditures and schedules, obtaining program or customer approval as needed.

• Provide guidance to supply chain, operations, and depot logistics points of contact (POCs) to support material procurement, repair inductions, and asset shipments. Escalate challenges or obstacles to the Program Management Office (PMO) and work with functional groups to maintain schedules.

• Partner in developing long-term repair and return strategies aligned with technical requirements and customer needs.

• Assess repair and return processes, recommend improvements, and drive increased efficiency and reduced turnaround times.

• Track, manage, and report repair status and budgets, participating in estimates at completion (EAC) reviews.

• Provide data for monthly contract deliverables and participate in program reviews and customer meetings.

• Contribute to proposals, including developing Basis of Estimates (BOEs), and support risk and opportunity management.

• Implement continuous process improvement techniques to improve repair turnaround times and database management, while mentoring and developing team members.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.

• Experience with logistics support, depot repair facilities and related processes and/or manufacturing.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Strong attention to detail and proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with self-initiative.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• In-depth understanding of factory operations and production processes.

• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to achieve results through influence and negotiation.

• Knowledge and application of logistics principles, with experience in radar or sensor