Principal Specialist, Commodity Management & Sourcing (Remote)

Date Posted:

2026-10-22



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CT-REMOTE



Position Role Type:

Remote



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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 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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Aerospace Hardware & Fastener Commodity Principal Specialist is responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization of aerospace hardware and fastener commodities. This role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management to influence design, supplier selection, and lifecycle cost while ensuring compliance with aerospace quality and regulatory requirements.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute global/regional commodity strategies for aerospace hardware and fasteners (bolts, nuts, screws, inserts, pins, specialty hardware, etc.).
• Lead should-cost modeling, VA/VE initiatives, and cost reduction roadmaps across active programs.
• Drive standardization, part rationalization, and preferred hardware lists to reduce complexity and total cost of ownership.

• Select, qualify, and manage strategic suppliers in alignment with quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Lead contract negotiations, long-term agreements (LTAs), and pricing strategies.
• Monitor supplier performance (OTD, quality, cost) and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with suppliers on capacity planning, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Partner with Engineering to influence design-for-cost, design-for-manufacturability, and hardware selection decisions.
• Support Manufacturing and Operations with supply continuity, demand forecasting, and escalation management.
• Work with Quality to ensure compliance with AS9100, FAA/EASA, and customer-specific requirements.
• Align sourcing strategies with Program Management to support schedule, cost, and performance targets.

• Ensure sourcing decisions comply with aerospace standards, export controls, and internal policies.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to single-source suppliers, long lead times, and capacity constraints.
• Support audits and regulatory reviews as required.

• Track and report cost savings, cost avoidance, and productivity improvements.
• Maintain accurate spend analytics and commodity dashboards.
• Drive process improvements across sourcing and supplier management activities.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 3 years of strategic sourcing or commodity management experience in aerospace or a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience with negotiation and contract management.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master’s degree or MBA.
• Experience managing hardware and fastener commodities.
• Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional leadership abilities.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred).
• Knowledge of aerospace drawings, specifications, and standards.
• APICS, CPSM, or similar professional certification.

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package 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.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

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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