Strategy Manager Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Date Posted:

2026-09-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

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 a strategic, highly autonomous individual to join the Global Supplier Strategy & Development organization within Operations & Supply Chain (OSC). In this high‑impact role, you will shape Raytheon’s international sourcing strategies, influence executive‑level business decisions, and support shaping the global industrial base/footprint needed to accelerate production and meet critical customer commitments

The ideal candidate combines strong strategy experience and capability with operational depth, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to convert complex concepts into executable plans. You will partner closely with Programs/SBUs, OSCQ, Requirements & Capabilities (R&C), and other cross‑functional leaders to define international sourcing direction, drive alignment, accelerate international co-production planning, guide supplier/partner selection across various projects in multiple countries/regions.

This role leads high‑visibility projects, develops OSC country‑level and supplier‑level strategies, and supports co-production, dual‑sourcing, and industrial participation initiatives that are essential to Raytheon’s production ramp and business growth. Candidates should bring a bias for action, comfort navigating ambiguity, and an interest in global business environments.

What You Will Do:

• Develop, communicate, implement country- and supplier-level sourcing strategies
• Ensure alignment and buy-in from leaders and global stakeholders
• Support the development of international co-production, second sourcing, industrial participation projects aligned with international OSC, SBU, and functional strategies
• Partner with Program/Capture teams, OSC SBU leads, and functions such as Global Trade, Engineering, Global Industrialization, Contracts, etc.
• Apply International Co-production Playbook best practices to accelerate decision-making and execution
• Ensure supplier onboarding readiness for strategic international suppliers (i.e. NDAs, assessments, due diligence, assessments)
• Support planning and participate in supplier assessments for new international suppliers
• Lead supplier onboarding tasks for new strategic international suppliers (i.e. NDAs, ESDM, RECON due diligence, RESA 1-3, UCC approvals, etc.)
• Maintain international supplier capability database, ensuring data integrity and accuracy
• Support Strategy and Submit/Commit gate reviews
• Collaborate internally and externally to support the development of capture strategies for international pursuits and offset/industrial participation projects
• Create and deliver executive-level presentations and leadership-ready reports
• Engage in strategic assessment of proposed business solutions, including partner selection, project evaluation and development, and financial valuations
• International and domestic travel approximately 5-25%.

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.
• Minimum 10 years experience in Strategy, Supply Chain, Program Management, or Operations/Manufacturing.
• Experience developing or contributing to the development and implementation of functional, business, or portfolio strategies, developing business cases, ROI analyses.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in the Aerospace & Defense industry.
• 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 supplier management, manufacturing, engineering, or program leadership, especially in international environments.
• Experience working with geographically dispersed cross-functional or Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
• Experience developing compelling, concise presentations for executive audiences.
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and USG export/import requirements.
• Project and change management experience, from early inception concepts through execution and closure.
• Experience with Statements of Work (SOW) and MRP/ERP systems such as SAP (PRISM).
• Exposure to offsets/localization/industrial participation and proposal development
• Relevant internal or industry certifications in Program Management, Supply Chain or related (PMP, CPSM, CSCP, etc.).
• Experience in management consulting or internal strategy roles.

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.

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• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role: Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

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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