Principal Logistics Specialist

Date Posted: 2026-10-13 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site) Position Role Type: Hybrid 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. Principal Logistics Specialist As a Principal Logistics Specialist, you're responsible for supporting strategic logistics transactions between multiple parties including Raytheon's Integrated Product Teams, Export / Import, and OCONUS (Outside the Continental US) logistics teams, and third-party logistics providers. In this highly visible role, you'll oversee the importation and exportation of material and Major End Items (MEI) in support of multiple country specific programs. What You Will Do Support Supply Chain leadership in executing strategic logistics and supply chain initiatives. Coordinate with internal Product, Export/Import, and Logistics teams. Coordinate with external third‑party logistics providers to maintain operational alignment. Define and maintain the logistics scope and basis of estimates for new programs. Support transportation processes by updating shipment status across multiple international programs. Track and analyze all cost elements associated with shipments and identify cost‑reduction opportunities. Manage Earned Value, Risk Management, and Opportunity Management components within logistics budgets. Execute shipping transactions, prepare country‑specific documentation, and maintain milestone tracking and reporting. Ability to travel domestically up to 20% and internationally up to 10%. This position is onsite at one of our Tucson, AZ locations. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years' experience. Experience with Supply Chain, Logistics, Manufacturing, Operations, and or Program or Project Management. International supply chain experience. Earned Value Management System experience, or experience with other financial reporting tools. Qualifications We Prefer APICS CSCP or equivalent certification, with the ability to obtain within 12 months. Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience. Experience in Integrated Logistics Support concepts, requirements and processes. Active and transferable Secret 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 after start date. 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. Security Clearance: 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 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 Progra 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr RTX (Raytheon)