Material Program Manager

Material Program Manager (MPM) RoleAt 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.Raytheon is seeking an experienced professional with a strong and proven successful background in Supply Chain and Program Management to fill a critical Material Program Manager (MPM) role supporting the Surveillance Radar Program (SRP). Candidates must be able to succeed in a high stress, fast paced development environment and possess excellent time management/prioritization skills. Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation), leadership abilities, and the ability to work well in a matrixed IPT environment are also important. Must be a self-starter, capable of achieving organizational and program objectives, and able to interface with all levels of internal and supplier management.In this role, you will leverage Supply Chain, technical knowledge, and process capability expertise to improve supplier performance and support. You will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and the broader Supply Chain organization to drive Raytheon requirements for manufacturing and quality capabilities of suppliers, and improvement of supplier hardware for schedule and affordability. You will be accountable to ensure suppliers to SRP are supporting Program needs, risks are mitigated, and efficiencies identified. You will be the catalyst for program execution of Supplier Engagement Strategy activities including ensuring appropriate budget, resource, schedule, and execution. You will manage the supplier backlog and ensure requirements are prioritized appropriately and made visible. You will be responsible for the collection and analysis of performance metrics, and development of Estimate at Completion (EAC).What You Will DoCommunicate and translate SRP requirements to suppliers; Conduct supplier engagements related to capability, capacity, opportunity, and risk.Ensure suppliers are operating to and supporting MRP, the MPP, and the MPS.Develop and execute Risk/Opportunity plans to meet program responsibilities & proactively manage mitigation plans.Monitor performance metrics and proactively act to address program and functional issues.Act as a key supplier and customer interface.Proactively identify and mitigate vulnerabilities within the supplier's performance.Facilitate necessary product and process changes through collaboration with suppliers and Engineering/Quality.Facilitate resolution of product non-conformances.Actively participate in program/engineering reviews and change boards, including CN and ECP reviews and approvals.Commitment to obtain MPM certification after experience in the role.Travel required, domestically or internationally, to support program objectives.Qualifications You Must HaveTypically 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 experience.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.Minimum 5 years experience working directly with suppliers.Qualifications We PreferMaster's degree in business, finance, management, supply chain or similar.Active Secret or Top-Secret Clearance. Last full background investigation within the past 6 years.What We OfferOur 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.The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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 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.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.