Principal Specialist, Supply Chain Management

RTX

. Develop and execute the Supply Chain Program Strategy and Material Program Plan .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesLead💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the Supply Chain Program Strategy and Material Program Plan
Advise the program management office and leadership team on strategies and progress
Lead supplier assessments, sourcing strategies, make/buy/where processes, and proposal development
Lead planning, execution, and reporting of material and labor budgets, earned value management, estimate at completion reporting, and Annual Operating Plan commitments
Guide multiple functions in developing Supplier Statements of Work and ensuring adherence to RTX policies
Plan and execute supplier and subcontractor negotiations and performance management
Plan and manage material and services delivery forecasts
Monitor performance metrics and proactively address program and functional issues
Generate supplier risk and opportunity management plans, including Six Sigma activities
Support Gate Reviews, Monthly Operations Reviews, Program Reviews, and Customer Reviews
Represent Supply Chain on policies, strategies, and objectives
Serve as liaison between the Program Executive, Program Managers, IPTs, and Supply Chain organization
Oversee SCM activities required to meet program requirements
Link Supply Chain functions including Sourcing, Logistics, and Production Control
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to create a common schedule based on Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
Act as the primary point of contact for management and internal customers including Program Office, Quality, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Contracts
Contribute as an individual contributor while influencing program objectives and long-range goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Minimum of 5 years of Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Program, or Project Management experience
Experience utilizing manufacturing or enterprise planning tools such as SAP or PRISM
Experience leading or participating in a project or cross-functional team
Material Program Management (MPM) Certification required within one year in the role
U.S. citizenship is required; only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related technical/business function
Aerospace or Defense Industry experience preferred
Experience developing domestic and international teaming and partnering relationships preferred
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project) preferred
Experience applying analytical, communication, teamwork, and prioritization skills preferred
Experience collaborating with geographically dispersed, cross-functional team members preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
Flexible work schedules
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off and holidays
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
Candidates may be asked to attend select interview steps in person
Travel up to 25%