Aerospace Hardware & Fastener Commodity Principal Specialist

Date Posted: 2026-02-11
Country: United States of America
Location: US-CT-REMOTE
Position Role Type: Remote

Employment Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Security Clearance: Not Required

About RTX Corporation

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.

Position Summary

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

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of strategic sourcing or commodity management experience in aerospace or a highly regulated manufacturing environment
• Strong experience managing hardware and fastener commodities
• Demonstrated success managing embedded or design-in spend
• Proven negotiation and contract management skills
• Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional leadership abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or MBA
• 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
• Child/adult backup care
• Medical, dental, 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
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (dependent upon level and collective-bargaining agreement status; not guaranteed)

Salary Range: $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.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under annual incentive 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.

Additional Information

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.