Principal Specialist, Supply Chain Management (Remote)

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. This is a remote position with working hours based on U.S. West Coast (Pacific Time).

About the role

Collins Mission Systems is seeking a Principal Specialist, Supply Chain Management within the Multi-Domain Assured Navigation & Timing Applications (MANTA) portfolio, focused on cutting-edge GPS circuit card assembly design and development. This individual contributor role will develop and achieve organizational and program objectives, interfacing with all levels of internal management. The position will focus on program-specific and general procurements, supplier sourcing, and strategies, serving as the primary point of contact for management and internal customers, including the Program Office, Quality, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Contracts.

Responsibilities

• 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 process, and proposal development activities.
• Lead planning, execution, and reporting of material and labor budgets, earned value management, estimate at completion reporting, and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) commitments.
• Guide multiple functions on developing Supplier Statement of Work (SSOWs) and ensuring adherence to RTX policies.
• Plan and execute supplier and subcontractor negotiations and performance management.
• Plan and manage a dynamic material and services delivery forecast.
• Monitor performance metrics and proactively address program and functional issues.
• Generate supplier risk and opportunity management plans, including Six Sigma activities.
• Support leadership reviews, including Gate Reviews, Monthly Operations Reviews, Program Reviews, and Customer Reviews.
• Represent the Supply Chain organization on policies, strategies, and objectives.
• Serve as the liaison between the Program Executive, Program Managers, IPTs, and the Supply Chain organization.
• Oversee all SCM activities needed to meet program requirements, ensuring a strong link within and between various Supply Chain functions, including Sourcing, Logistics, and Production Control.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to create a common schedule based on Material Requirements Planning (MRP).
• Travel up to 10% as required.

Requirements

• University Degree and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Program, or Project Management experience.
• Material Program Management (MPM) Certification required within one (1) year in the role.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related technical or business function.
• Experience utilizing manufacturing or enterprise planning tools such as SAP or PRISM.
• Experience leading or participating in project or cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in the Aerospace or Defense Industry.
• Experience developing teaming and partnering relationships in both domestic and international settings.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office tool suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project).
• Strong analytical, communication, team skills, and prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with geographically dispersed, cross-functional team members.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes 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 coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, 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.

Pay

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.