Senior Manager, Material Program Management

Date Posted: 2026-06-11 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-GOLETA-B01 ~ 6825 Cortona Dr ~ BLDG B01 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 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 Senior Manager, Material Program Manager, to lead a team of Material Program Managers. This role requires someone that can develop and achieve program objectives in a matrixed environment and be able to successfully interface with functional and program senior leadership. In this highly visible role, you will be the liaison between Supply Chain and the Program Team for Supply Chain. You’ll create and manage the execution of Material Program Strategies and Plans to ensure the flawless execution of products and programs from the front end of the business through full-rate production. This role requires advanced/applied knowledge of leading teams, material strategy, customer negotiation support, material requirements planning (MRP) process, subcontract management and project management (to include program start up as well as execution). What You Will Do Be responsible for the development, coordination and execution of all program material strategies, supply chain objectives, and enterprise objectives. Lead a team of Material Program Managers at RVS. Develop and support Supply Chain proposal activities including task descriptions and basis of estimates that support price to win (PTW) targets. Develop and execute material program plans (MPP). Establish Material Sales Forecasts for assigned programs. Provide support for all Gates. Develop and execute risk/opportunity plans to meet program objectives. Balance strategic thinking with tactical application of strategies to programs. Partner cross functionally with Engineering, Quality and Operations to create common schedule based on Material Requirements Planning (MRP). Monitor performance metrics and proactively acts to address program and functional issues. Travel up to 20% of the time. Be accountable for tracking and managing budgets. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum of 7 years of prior relevant experience. Experience working in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment. Proposals/Estimating and/or Basis of Estimates (BOEs) experience. Experience working with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS). 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 Experience with government regulations (i.e., FAR/DFAR, ITAR/EAR, TINA, etc.). Experience managing program cost and schedule. Experience with Tableau, Kinaxis, Business Warehouse or PowerBI. 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. 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 145,600 USD - 276,800 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. 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX 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, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 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, Virginia.