Material Program Manager

Date Posted

2026-10-20
Country

United States of America
Location

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord
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.
Raytheon is seeking an experienced professional with a background in Supply Chain and Program Management to join our team as a Material Program Manager (MPM) supporting the Advanced Technology team's next-generation sensor portfolio as part of the Future X-Band Radar (FXR) program. This role is critical to ensuring supplier performance and alignment with program objectives. As an MPM, you will work onsite in Tewksbury, MA, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive supplier engagement, improve performance, and deliver on program commitments.
What You Will Do

Lead and manage supplier performance to meet program requirements, including schedule, quality, and affordability goals.
Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure supplier manufacturing and quality capabilities align with program needs.
Develop and execute Supplier Engagement Strategies, including resource allocation, budget management, and schedule adherence.
Manage supplier backlog, ensuring priorities are clearly defined and communicated.
Identify and mitigate risks, while driving process improvements and efficiencies across supplier operations.
Collect, analyze, and report on supplier performance metrics to support program objectives.
Develop and manage Estimates at Completion (EAC) to ensure accurate financial forecasting.
Act as the primary point of contact for supplier-related program execution activities, ensuring alignment with Raytheon's values and objectives.
Ability to travel ~25%
What You Will Learn

Insight into the development and application of next-generation radar technology that protects the warfighter and supports national defense.
An understanding of how your contributions directly impact a major franchise program for the business unit with senior leadership exposure.
Experience developing and transitioning cutting-edge systems and processes into production that drive innovation in aerospace and defense.
Qualifications You Must Have

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 in Project, Program, Product, Finance, and/or Supplier Management.
Experience with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and/or PowerPoint.
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

Master's degree in Business, Finance, Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance, with the last full background investigation completed within the past six years.
Experience managing complex projects in Supply Chain, Program Management, or Supplier Management.
Experience with financial processes such as Budget Change Requests (BCRs), Estimates at Completion (EAC), and Latest Revised Estimates (LRE).
Leadership abilities and experience working in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment.
Experience in high-pressure, fast-paced development environments.
Time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
This position requires a security clearance.

DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS) , an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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.

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.
Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not available.

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