Material Program Manager

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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Raytheon is seeking a Material Program Manager (MPM) who is a strong leader with demonstrated proposal writing skills and interest in providing very hands‑on involvement. The MPM will be a highly driven and results‑oriented individual, adept at defining and achieving organizational and program objectives while successfully collaborating with all levels of internal management. This role resides within the Airborne Spectrum Dominance team, which is dedicated to cutting‑edge design and development efforts. Responsibilities Oversee and lead all supply chain activities across assigned programs to ensure alignment with program goals and objectives. Provide strategic guidance to the program management office and leadership team on material strategies, procurement plans, and execution. Drive the development and management of quick‑turn proposals, often within tight deadlines, such as 10‑ and 30‑day proposal requirements common within Airborne Spectrum Dominance. Manage a wide range of projects including IRADs, CRADs, capital programs, and customer‑funded contracts across multiple operational sites. Execute the make/buy/where decision‑making process to optimize sourcing strategies and program outcomes. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define and develop Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs) while ensuring compliance with Raytheon policies and standards. Create and execute comprehensive Material Program Plans and Subcontract Management Plans in partnership with the Subcontract Administrator. Act as the primary interface between Program Executives, Program Managers, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and the Supply Chain organization, ensuring seamless communication and alignment. Represent the Supply Chain organization to communicate and implement policies, strategies, and objectives across all levels of the program. Coordinate and oversee all supply chain management activities necessary to meet program requirements, fostering collaboration across Sourcing, Logistics, and Production Control. Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to develop and maintain a unified schedule based on Material Requirements Planning (MRP). Monitor performance metrics, identify potential risks or issues, and implement proactive solutions to ensure program success. Develop and execute risk mitigation and opportunity plans to align with and achieve program objectives effectively. This role requires onsite presence at our McKinney, TX facility. Required Qualifications A University 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 collaborating with all functions to develop Statements of Work (SOW). Experience with Supply Chain Suite of Tools. Preferred Qualifications Experience in supplier management (PO placement, proposal reviews, Best Value Source Selections, competition). Earned Value Management Systems Certification. Material Program Management Certification. Knowledge of US Government acquisition laws and regulations (FAR/DFARS, ITAR, EAR). Experience as a Cost Account Manager for Material Estimate at Complete (EACs) and Material Forecasting. Experience implementing continuous improvement, CORE, Six Sigma, Lean methodologies/principles. Benefits The salary range for this role is $86,800 – $165,200 USD. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including 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, holidays, and annual incentive compensation programs depending on level and collective‑bargaining agreement. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer . 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr