Business Operations Specialist

Date Posted:

2024-12-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

TX190: 2501 West University, McKinney 2501 West University , McKinney, TX, 75070 USA

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

The Advanced Product Center (APC) is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented individual to join our Business Operations Strategy and Continuous Improvement team at our advanced, high-volume RF Fabrication, CCA and Microelectronics factory. The ideal candidate will drive improvements across key operational areas, including reducing aged Work in Progress (WIP) and eliminating out-of-flow processes. This role will be responsible for cross-functional coordination, KPI improvement initiatives, and reporting on business needs to support operational excellence.

What You Will Do:

Support initiatives to reduce aged WIP and out-of-flow processes, collaborating with production, supply chain, and quality teams.

Participate in improvement projects across the factory, focusing on enhancements in key performance indicators (KPIs) such as throughput, cycle time, on-time delivery, and yield.

Work closely with functional teams (engineering, quality, supply chain, and production) to identify bottlenecks, drive solutions, and implement best practices.

Engage with factory leadership and other departments to gather, analyze, and report on business needs, providing actionable insights for continuous improvement.

Develop, maintain, and communicate dashboards and reports for tracking progress against critical KPIs, ensuring visibility at all organizational levels.

Continuously evaluate and improve manufacturing and operational processes, identifying areas for automation, cost reduction, and efficiency gains.

Support the deployment of CORE and Six Sigma methodologies to improve operational performance and ensure adherence to continuous improvement culture.

Lead root cause analysis efforts to resolve chronic issues in production, quality, and supply chain operations, ensuring effective corrective actions are implemented.

Execute strategies that align with business goals.

Influence teams without direct authority.

Interpret data, identify trends, and recommend data-driven improvements.

Deliver measurable improvements in KPIs and operational performance.

Perform data analysis with proficiency in tools such as Excel, Power BI, or equivalent systems.

Prepare executive-level discussion documents for various purposes and presentation objectives.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Minimum 2 years relevant experience in operations, continuous improvement, and/or business strategy role in a manufacturing environment. 

Experience managing project/s.

Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Qualifications We Prefer:

A university degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years relevant experience.

Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.

Experience with ERP/MRP systems and business analytics tools is preferred.

Experience in RF Microelectronics or other high-tech manufacturing environments.

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.

Learn More & Apply Now!

RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

The salary range for this role is 66,000 USD - 130,000 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.

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