Operations Program Manager Jobs in Tucson, AZ (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-06-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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. 
 

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) for their SM3-IIA program to be located onsite in Tucson, Arizona.  We are looking for a self-starter who can develop and achieve program objectives in a matrixed environment and is able to successfully interface with functional and program leadership. In this role, you will be the liaison between Supply Chain and the Program Team for Supply Chain. The role will support development portfolio, ensuring material strategies align with evolving program requirements and integration to the production flow. This includes identifying future at-risk components, developing mitigation plans, and supporting overall material readiness. You’ll contribute to 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 integration to production.
 

The successful candidate will influence and communicate effectively across multiple areas outside of one’s own job function as well as with parties external to the organization.
 

What You Will Do:

• Brief program and customer leadership teams on Supply Chain status, material constraints and risk mitigation or opportunity capture plans
• Support supplier negotiations and drive PO placement as required to meet program cost and schedule objectives
• Contribute to timely and compliant quarterly Estimates At Completion (EACs) to include Risk & Opportunity management
• Identify Customer Prime Contract Flow-Downs and obtain any required Terms Attachments (T-Attachments) and/or Modifications (TCMs).
• Assist with the generation of Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs).
• Generate Supplier Request for Information/Proposals/Quotes (RFIs/RFPs/RFQs), and obtaining and understanding supplier proposals/quotes.
• Generate and process Supplier New Add / Re-Activation requests.
• Participate in supplier engagements and reviews to ensure supplier performance.
• Willingness to travel domestically/internationally, as required (expected to be <25%)
   

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 in Program Management, Material Program Management, Procurement, Contracts, Finance, Operations, and/or Strategic Sourcing
• Experience working with Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment.
• Experience with Supply Chain, Production Control, and/or Procurement processes and requirements.
   

Qualifications We Prefer:

• CORE or similar Six Sigma Specialist
• Proposals/Estimating and/or Basis of Estimates (BOEs) experience
• Experience with Prime Contract Requirements and Statements of Work (SSOWs).
• Experience using supply chain planning tools (i.e. SAP, Kinaxis, etc.)
• Execution experience of multiple program and contract types (i.e EMD, LRIP, FRP, Cost and Fixed Price)
   

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.
   

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• Relocation eligibility – there is NO relocation assistance for this role
   

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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 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.

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