Principal Specialist, Procurement

Date Posted:

2026-07-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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. 

Our Supply Chain organization has an opportunity for a procurement professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. You will be a part of high-level activity and collaborative environment as part of our LADS Electronics Procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for the overall procurement activities for material supporting the Raytheon business unit specific to our LADS SBU. You will work very closely with external suppliers as well with internal customers and functional areas to support a broad portfolio of LADS programs across Raytheon. 

What You Will Do:

• Review drawings, specifications, and purchase history to determine sourcing strategy
• Work with and review Statement of Work (SOW) documents
• Prepare and issue RFQs (requests for quotes)
• Review quotes, analyze results and lead negotiation plans / strategies as well as address any exceptions to flow downs, specifications, quality notes, or Raytheon terms and condition requirements
• Formally document purchase orders per internal procedures
• Perform routine post-award management activities
• Significant supplier interaction in collaboration with Program Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
• Able to support travel (up to 25%)

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
• Procurement experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS) or within other heavily regulated industries such as pharmaceutical, medical, space, aviation, power generation or automotive
• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in Government procurement
• SAP experience
• Ability to analyze Cost and Pricing data and determine proposal compliance (FAR 15.4)
• Demonstrated knowledge / compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)
• Ability to understand technical requirements for procured hardware and services including Statement of Work (SOW) review
• Ability to multi-task and perform effectively in a dynamic, fast paced, changing environment.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal internal customers.

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.

• Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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, VA.

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, regardle