Material Program Manager

Date Posted:

2026-09-18

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG

 Position Role Type:

Onsite

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

 Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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.

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 a Material Program Manager (MPM) to support Programs for Electro-Optical (EO) & Infrared (IR) Solutions. The (MPM) role, within RTX, requires the individual to have project management experience and to be accountable for overall supplier management, performance and success. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, capable of supporting and executing organizational and program objectives. The MPM is the single point of contact between management and internal customers, including the Program Office, Quality, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Contracts.

The MPM will represent the Supply Chain organization on policies, strategies, and objectives, oversee all supply chain management (SCM) activities needed to meet program requirements, and ensure a strong link between various Supply Chain functions, including Sourcing, Logistics, and Production Control. This position requires an individual who will be able to influence others to execute the overall objectives and long-range goals of the program.

What You Will Do

• •Create, manage, and execute Material Program Strategy (MPS)and the Material Program Plan (MPP)
• •Ensure successful execution of program competitiveness and performance, from the front end of the business through contract closure
• •Monitor and address performance and financial metrics including those related to cost, schedule, quality, and EVMS
• •Support program capture efforts with New Business Team to get compliant material pricing submittals
• •Develop BOE’s (Basis of Estimates) for MPM support labor
• •Oversee TINA (Truth in Negotiations Act) suppliers, with focus on collaborating with the Program IPTs (Integrated Product Teams) to ensure cost effective material availability for production requirements
• •Provide Supply Chain support for RLPM (RTX Lifecycle Program Management)
• •Collaborate with other programs to maximize efficiency of program execution including other RI&S programs commonality
• •Identify synergies between awarded contractual scope procurements across EOIR​
• •Maintain accurate Investment Sales Forecasts, Sales and Operating Plans, and Annual Operating Plans
• •Develop and execute risk/opportunity plans to meet program objectives.
• •Flow down Supplier Management Best Practices to suppliers which include risk mitigation and subcontract management plans
• •Assist procurement with supplier Request for Proposals / Quotes (RFP’s / RFQ’s)
• •Proactively address and complete urgent supply chain tasking (Purchase Requisitions integrity, Single/Sole Source Justifications, Supplier Statement of Work (SSOW), and Purchase Order follow up
• •Prepare and present weekly and monthly during Program Performance Reviews
• •Influence others to achieve overall objectives and long-range goals of the program
• •Travel domestically not more than 15%

Qualifications You Must Have

• •Typically 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
• •Minimum 6 years’ experience in supply chain, finance, operations, project management, and/or a program management role
• •Experience in Material Forecasting, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), and/or Material Estimate at Complete (EAC)
• •Experience managing supplier performance relative to financials, performance metrics, and/or contract compliance
• •U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Qualifications We Prefer

• •Supplier management experience (PO placement, proposal reviews, Best Value Source Selections, Competition)
• •Earned Value Management (EVM) certification or equivalent
• •Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)
• •Supply chain experience in the Aerospace or Defense industry
• •Experience with government regulations (i.e. FAR/DFAR, ITAR/EAR, TINA, etc.)

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.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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 o