Delivery Assurance Lead

RTX

Delivery Assurance Manager ensuring aerospace suppliers meet delivery commitments for RTX’s critical programs. Driving supplier performance, risk mitigation, corrective actions, and supply chain resilience.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeTucson • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $107,500 - $204,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain management, delivery assurance processes, and supplier performance management, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and problem-solving. Proven ability to collaborate across organizational levels and drive strategic initiatives in complex supply chain environments.

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Supply Chain ManagementDelivery Assurance ProcessesSupplier Performance ManagementData AnalyticsLean Six Sigma

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain PrinciplesDelivery Assurance StrategiesRoot Cause AnalysisKPI DevelopmentRisk AssessmentCapacity AssessmentProduction Readiness EvaluationProblem-SolvingNegotiation SkillsDigital Transformation

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCollaborationAccountabilityInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsSupply Chain Management ToolsAnalytics Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

CPSMCPIMPMP

Industry Keywords

Aerospace IndustryDefense IndustryGovernment ContractingFAR RegulationsDFARS Regulations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute strategic direction and performance management to achieve organizational objectives
Develop and implement delivery assurance strategies to ensure supplier on-time delivery, mitigate risks, and meet program requirements
Establish and maintain metrics and KPIs to monitor supplier delivery performance and drive continuous improvement
Collaborate with suppliers and procurement, quality, engineering, and program management stakeholders to resolve delivery issues and implement corrective actions
Conduct supplier performance reviews, capacity assessments, production readiness evaluations, and risk assessments
Drive root cause analysis and corrective action plans to address systemic delivery challenges and improve supply chain resilience
Represent delivery assurance in executive-level forums, providing updates on supplier performance, risks, and mitigation plans
Partner with procurement to negotiate delivery terms, prioritize critical needs, and escalate issues
Support digital transformation initiatives for supply chain visibility, analytics, and decision-making
Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the delivery assurance team
Travel as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field and a minimum of 8 years of experience in supply chain, delivery assurance, procurement, or related disciplines; OR an advanced degree and 5 years of relevant experience
Experience with supply chain principles, delivery assurance processes, and supplier performance management
Experience managing complex supply chain challenges
5+ years of experience with supply chain management tools, ERP systems, and data analytics
Excellent problem-solving skills and a track record of implementing effective solutions to delivery issues
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels
Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPIM, or PMP preferred
Aerospace or defense industry experience preferred
Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies preferred
Knowledge of government contracting and FAR/DFARS regulations preferred
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Must reside within commuting distance of Tucson, AZ
Travel as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
Wellness benefits
Retirement benefits
Work/life benefits
Parental leave, including paternal leave
Flexible work schedules
Achievement awards
Educational assistance
Child/adult backup care
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off
Holidays
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs