Patriot GEM-T, Material Program Manager (MPM) Lead

Job Description

Date Posted:
2025-09-11
Country:
United States of America
Location:
MA101: Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex 350 Lowell Street Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
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
Security Clearance:
DoD Clearance: Secret

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 an experienced professional with a strong background in Supply Chain to lead the Aft Material Program Manager (MPM) team for the Patriot GEM-T Missile portfolio of programs.

The Aft MPM Lead will be responsible for management of all strategic and tactical supply chain needs for the Aft portion of the GEM-T Missile. This MPM team directly supports a Product Line of 15+ active Patriot programs, requiring a leader who is collaborative, forward thinking, and able to execute in dynamic environments. This leader will have daily collaboration with the Patriot GEM-T Missile Integrated Product Line (IPT) team, OSC organization, Suppliers, and multiple Functions especially Engineering and Quality.

In this role you will leverage Supply Chain, technical knowledge, communication skills, and process capability expertise to improve GEM-T Aft supplier performance and support. This MPM Lead will manage complex subassemblies from multiple high visibility suppliers and All Up Round (AUR) execution at Letterkenny Army Depot (LEAD). The Aft scope includes International development and production suppliers, requiring knowledge of Global Trade and International Procurement as well as logistics for material transportation. You will work cross-functionally to support Technology Refresh new designs, production execution, capacity expansion, and customer needs including spares and field returns. Strong relationship development skills with suppliers and experience with people management are crucial to success in the role.

You will be accountable to ensure the GEM-T Aft suppliers are supporting Program and IPT needs, risks are mitigated, and efficiencies identified. You will be financially responsible for Annual Operating Plan (AOP) commitments, Sales, and Estimate at Completions (EACs).

What You Will Do:

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• Senior leader managing 2 MPMs responsible for all supply chain scope specific to Aft including Major Subcontractors, International Suppliers & Licensing, All Up Round (AUR) Production, and DropShip Material Transportation
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• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional team members to proactively reduce material lead times, accelerate new PO placements, and resolve execution issues.
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• Strategically drive GEM-T Aft supplier new designs and capacity increases to align to Long Range Plan (LRP).
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• Ensure predictable execution to Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Global Patriot financial objectives including sales forecasting, margin expansion through R&O management, and support of cash milestones.
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• Establish credibility and trusted relationships with Suppliers, Raytheon, and Patriot Program and Product Line leadership teams.
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• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
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• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally as required.
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Qualifications You Must Have:

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• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience
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• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
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• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
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Qualifications We Prefer:

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• Master's Degree in relevant field of study such as Supply Chain, Management, Business, Finance, or Engineering
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• Major subcontractor management experience during production and/or development phases
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• Experience with international suppliers and Global Trade requirements
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• Strong leadership experience with record of success in fast-paced, changing environment in a matrixed (multi-functional) organization.
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• Executive level presentations and communications skills
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• Experience with financial budgets to include AOP/LRE creation, material forecasting/sales realization, EVMS (budgeting and cost / schedule and performance management metrics)
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• Experience managing financial and operational Risks and Opportunities
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What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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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.

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS) , an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:

The salary range for this role is 124,000 USD - 250,000 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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