Supply Chain Product Line Leader

Date Posted:

2026-11-04

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:

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 Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after 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. 

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.

Raytheon is seeking an experienced supply chain professional with a strong background in Supply Chain Management, Program Management, and people leadership to serve as a Supply Chain Product Line Leader supporting a suite of programs within the Advanced Open Integrated Solutions (AOIS) Strategic Business Unit. Candidates must be able to succeed in a fast-paced development and production environment and possess excellent leadership, time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills. Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation), strategic thinking, and the ability to work effectively in a matrixed Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment are critical to success in this role.

The Supply Chain Product Line Leader will report directly to the AOIS Operations & Supply Chain (OSC) Lead and will lead a team of approximately 6-8 direct-line Material Program Managers. The candidate will be responsible for leading the execution of supply chain strategies and material program plans across a diverse portfolio of classified and unclassified programs, including Development and Production Programs such as Family of Systems (FoS), ASARS, Tanglestar, and Galaxie.

The portfolio includes a broad range of advanced technology products, including radar, antennas, sensors, EO/IRS turrets, electronic units, processors, and software development. The Supply Chain Product Line Leader will serve as the primary Supply Chain representative to the Program Management Office providing leadership and direction on all supply chain-related matters across the product line.

The candidate will be accountable for developing and executing supply chain strategies, ensuring effective material and supplier management, mitigating supply chain risks, developing talent, and driving program execution throughout all phases of the product life cycle. The leader will serve as a catalyst for successful supply chain execution by ensuring appropriate resources, budgets, schedules, processes, and performance metrics are established and effectively managed.

What You Will Do

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of 6-8 Material Program Managers supporting classified and unclassified programs
• Provide strategic supply chain leadership across the AOIS product line and serve as the primary SCM interface to Program Management and cross-functional IPTs
• Advise the AOIS OSC Lead and Program Management Office on material strategies, supplier risks, program execution, and performance
• Develop and execute program material strategies, material program plans (MPP), supply chain objectives, and supplier management strategies
• Establish priorities, allocate resources, and drive execution across a diverse portfolio of development and production programs
• Drive early supplier involvement, strategic sourcing, Design-to-Cost, affordability, and cost reduction initiatives
• Lead risk and opportunity management while proactively addressing supplier, program, and functional issues
• Monitor supply chain performance metrics and communicate portfolio status, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, Contracts, and Program Management to align material requirements, supplier capacity, and program schedules
• Support proposal, capture, and new business activities, including supply chain strategies, estimates, and price-to-win objectives
• Champion continuous improvement, process standardization, and best practices across the Supply Chain organization
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable government regulations
• Travel required to support program and supplier objectives
• Influence program objectives and long-range goals across a complex portfolio
• Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks while driving opportunities
   

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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
• Experience as a people manager responsible for management activities such as performance reviews, employee development, etc. 
• Minimum 8 years experience in material program management, supply chain strategy, supplier management, and/or program execution
• Experience using SAP or related MRP/ERP tools
• Experience in material forecasting, financial management, and/or management of program budgets
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience supporting classified defense programs
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, TINA, and related government requirements
• Knowledge of Design-to-Cost, Cost Reduction Initiatives (CRI), affordability, and/or productivity improvement
• Experience in proposal development, new business capture, and competitive assessments
   

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.

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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