Manager, Material Program Manager

Date Posted:

2026-07-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M02

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:

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.

As part of the Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) team, you’ll play a critical role in delivering high-quality, affordable systems to our customers. From supplier management to program execution, GSCM ensures safety, security, and sustainability while driving efficiency and effectiveness across all program phases.

As a Material Program Manager (MPM), you’ll lead and influence cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment, collaborating with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain functions to meet program objectives. This role requires you to manage complex supply chain strategies, mitigate risks, and oversee subcontractor performance, all while ensuring alignment with program goals and customer requirements.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and execute material program plans and subcontract management plans as applicable.

• Create and implement risk and opportunity management plans to address program responsibilities and mitigation strategies.

• Conduct quarterly financial management reviews using Earned Value Management (EVM) through the Estimate at Complete (EAC) process.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to develop and maintain schedules based on Material Requirements Planning (MRP).

• Balance strategic thinking with tactical application of strategies to programs.

• Monitor performance metrics and proactively resolve program and functional issues.

• Support gate reviews, EAC reviews, program reviews, and risk and opportunity management reviews.

• Oversee subcontractor performance and execution.

• This role is based onsite at one of our Tucson, AZ locations.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires 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 of experience

• Experience in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, Operations, Engineering, Quality, or Program/Project Management.

• Experience with MRP/ERP systems (special program access or equivalent manufacturing programs).

• Must obtain MPM certification level 4 within 1 year of hire.

• Active and transferable Secret clearance level required at time of application. U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret or higher clearance level or program access prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience leading cross-functional teams to successfully manage budgets and resolving complex issues to meet program objectives and deadlines.

• Project management experience.

• Experience in a Matrix organizational structure.

• Knowledge of government acquisition regulations (e.g., FAR/DFARS) and supplier negotiations.

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.

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Please consider the following role type definitions 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.

Security Clearance: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of th