Supply Chain Management Principal Specialist

RTX•Goleta, CA

4d•$95,500 - $181,700•Hybrid

About The Position

Raytheon Operations and Supply Chain is seeking a Supply Chain Management Principal Specialist to support the Advanced Technology procurement team and multiple programs within the Product Support business area. The role leads procurement efforts and administers subcontracts consistent with integrated supply chain models across the acquisition life cycle, from requirements generation through product delivery, product support, and payment. The specialist serves as the focal point for communication between Raytheon programs and suppliers, building supplier relationships and supporting supplier performance, relationship management, strategic sourcing, and complex business agreements. The position supports procurement and subcontract management for critical programs, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and company policies. It involves preparing and issuing RFQs and proposals, analyzing costs and prices, leading negotiations, placing and managing subcontracts and purchase orders, resolving complex issues, collaborating across functions, and supporting program milestones. Supplier performance and applicable import/export compliance are also part of the role. Travel may be required for supplier reviews and program needs.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience, or an advanced degree and at least 3 years of experience.
Experience with DoD procurement and subcontract compliance, including public laws, FAR/DFAR, and ITAR/import/export requirements.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with proposals and all phases of sourcing and procurement execution, price negotiation reductions, and terms and conditions.
Experience completing compliance EPAD packages.
Experience leading formal negotiations, including price, schedule, and supplier exceptions to contractual flow-down requirements.
Experience with supplier management and integrated supply chain processes, including strategic procurement.
Ability to read and interpret engineering documents, including drawings, specifications, and complex Statements of Work (SOWs).
Experience analyzing supplier proposals, including cost/price, technical capability, and financial viability.
Knowledge of import/export regulations (ITAR/EAR) and EXIM procurement rules.
Experience with automation tools and Price Cost Analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

Prepare and issue Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and proposals in alignment with company directives and regulatory requirements.
Conduct price and cost analysis to support procurement decisions.
Lead formal negotiations on pricing, delivery schedules, scope, and terms and conditions.
Place subcontracts and purchase orders, manage change orders, and oversee post-award activities.
Resolve conflicts and manage medium- to high-complexity issues in compliance with FAR/DFAR and corporate policies.
Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to meet program objectives.
Build and maintain professional relationships with subcontractors to ensure alignment with program goals.
Provide supply chain support for gate reviews and program milestones.
Manage supplier performance and ensure compliance with import/export regulations, including ITAR and EAR requirements.
Travel as required to support supplier reviews and program needs.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available, subject to eligibility and other factors.