Date Posted:

2026-09-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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. 

Principal Procurement Specialist – LAND & AIR DEFENSE SYSTEMS (LADS) Mechanical Commodities

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Procurement Specialist supporting the LAND & AIR DEFENSE SYSTEMS (LADS) Mechanical Commodity Team. This role provides dedicated procurement support for low‑complexity mechanical components and assemblies within a dynamic, growth-oriented environment. The Senior Analyst will partner across a broad portfolio of programs and report directly to the Senior Procurement Manager.

What You Will Do:
• Execute purchase orders and amendments within established contracts and pricing agreements
• Manage daily order health, including confirmations, scheduling, expediting, and invoice resolution
• Provide real-time updates to MPMs, PMs, and CM teams on reschedules, forecasts, and delivery impacts
• Conduct RFP/RFQ activities to support program requirements
• Manage supplier relationships for Leverage and Bottleneck suppliers
• Oversee day-to-day supplier performance across delivery, quality, responsiveness, and service levels
• Monitor & support metrics and drive corrective actions using CORE (Late-to-Place, Late-to-Dock, delinquent material)
• Provide insights to Commodity Leads to inform commodity strategies
• Review Statements of Work and internal cost estimates
• Create and manage PIA/NDA agreements
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers and business partners
• Aid in leading proposal and quotation activities including cost/price, capability, and financial analysis
• Aid in developing negotiation strategies and lead formal negotiations on price, schedule, and terms
• Place purchase orders of varying complexity and value
• Conduct risk analysis and develop mitigation plans
• Travel to RTX facilities and supplier sites as required (25% of time)

Qualifications You Must Have:
• Typically Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience or a advanced degree and 3 years experience.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS or experience in highly regulated industries (pharmaceutical, medical, aviation, space, automotive, power generation)
• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62"

Qualifications We Prefer:
• Background in Supply Chain, Procurement, Subcontract Management, Commodity Management, or related fields
• Positive, adaptable, and proactive approach
• Ability to lead and collaborate across multifunctional teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience supporting proposals and program governance
• Ability to negotiate low- to medium-complexity non-standard agreements
• Strong problem-solving and dispute-resolution capability
• Knowledge of MRP, SAP, purchase order placement, and material receipt processes
• Experience with delivery, acceptance, and invoicing of goods and services

Remote: This role may operate primarily remote. If located near an RTX site, limited onsite presence may be required based on team needs.

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.

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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