Principle Specialist, Procurement

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-09-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

CA320: El Seg.-So. Campus Bldg E01 2000 East El Segundo Boulevard Building E01, El Segundo, CA, 90245 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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 looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to join its exciting and growing Advanced Fighter System (AFS) Acquisitions team in El Segundo, CA or McKinney, TX.

This position will support the Advanced Products & Solutions SBU (Strategic Business Unit) and reports directly to the Sr. Manager of Procurement and Subcontracts for AFS.

What You Will Do:

In this role, you will develop and manage a portfolio of subcontracts and procurement activities.

You will participate in gate reviews and capture/proposal efforts, as well as facilitate relationships across organizations and suppliers.

You will ensure all subcontracts and purchase orders are fully compliant to policies/procedures and to the Federal Acquisition Regulations.

Perform procurement and supplier management functions in support of U.S. Government subcontracts.

Administer and care for low and high dollar POs and subcontracts, including Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and potentially other contract types such as cost type agreements or long term agreements.

POs and subcontracts will range in value from $100k to in excess of $20M.

The role requires the ability to place POs efficiently in a fast-paced environment while integrating with program teams to support complex and high-value procurements effectively.

Develop the overall sourcing and procurement activities from development through production and final contract close out.

Develop tactical and strategic aspects of supplier relationships.

Monitor and care for incoming supply of materials to fully support MRP and self-guided demand; includes interface with functional and internal support organizations, such as Integrated Product Teams (IPT), Engineering, Production Control, Operations and Material Program Managers, and Program Office.

Develop supply chain strategies and alternatives.

Develop solutions to problems of unusual complexity that require a high degree of ingenuity and creativity.

Perform risk analysis including identifying supply chain risks, opportunities, potential impacts, and mitigation plans.

Lead the supplier management team and be the focal point for subcontractor performance.

Includes: RFP generation, Review adequacy of requirements flow-down; Development of negotiation strategy and lead multi-functional negotiation teams; Negotiation of price, delivery, payments and all contractual terms; Purchase order Placement and maintenance; Earned Value Management; Milestone monitoring and completion assessments.

Communicate clearly, be proactive in a very fast paced environment, flexible, innovative, work with speed and agility yet be thorough, and facilitate tasks to completion.

This position is a hybrid role, and the candidate will work with the hiring manager to set schedule (estimate of 2-3 days per week onsite in either El Segundo, CA or McKinney, TX.

This position works a 9x80 schedule with every other Friday off.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.

Experience with DoD procurement/subcontract compliance with Public Laws, Policies, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR), and ITAR and import/export 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

Qualifications We Prefer:

Experience in leading formal negotiations (price, schedule, and supplier exceptions to contractual flow down requirements, as well as standard Terms and Conditions)

Experience with supplier management

Experience with supporting procurement and subcontract management teams

Experience working in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment

Experience interfacing with internal customers and all levels of organization

Experience developing and delivering presentations(verbal and/or written) to key stakeholders

Knowledge of import / export regulations (ITAR/EAR)

Active Security Clearance: DOD or SSBI preferred

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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 90,000 USD - 182,000 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.

Required Skill Profession

Business Operations Specialists