Material Program Manager (MPM)

RTX•Tucson, AZ

23h•Onsite

About The Position

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 three market-leading businesses, world-class operations, and investments in research and development, RTX offers unique capabilities and opportunities. Together, they push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect the world. At Raytheon, the foundation of everything is rooted in values and a higher calling – to help the nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. Raytheon brings over 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet today’s mission needs and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats, solving tough, meaningful problems for a safer, more secure world. Raytheon is seeking a Material Program Manager (MPM) for their AIM-9X program, to be located onsite in Tucson, Arizona. This individual contributor role is an opportunity to work directly with the supply base, requiring knowledge of the material requirements planning (MRP) process with practical knowledge of project and material management. In this role, the candidate will utilize knowledge of manufacturing, material requirements planning, and business acumen within a matrixed organization to lead an MPM team. The role involves developing and executing a material program strategy/plan for a program or integrated product team. The successful candidate will possess excellent written and oral communication skills to influence and communicate effectively across multiple areas and with external parties. There will be an opportunity to lead the production MPM team, resolve issues, and handle conflict resolution.

Requirements

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
Experience with supply chain and forecasting
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
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Nice To Haves

Professional experience with Project, Program, Product, Finance and/or Supplier Management
A working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel and Power point)
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation), leadership abilities, and the ability to work in an IPT environment
Must be a self-starter, capable of achieving organizational and program objectives, and able to interface with all levels of internal management, supplier management
Excellent time management skills and the ability to assign the appropriate priorities to the many tasks that they will be required to perform

Responsibilities

Overall supply chain ownership of production suppliers
Develop and execute strategies to perform and meet the Program’s needs
Lead robust and challenging schedule conflicts to meet the Program objectives
Provide accurate forecasting and realization of sales and additional financial metrics
Commit to obtaining MPM certification after experience in the role