Value Stream Leader

Date Posted:

2024-08-12

Country:

United States of America

Location:

CA746: Goleta 75 Coromar Bldg B03 75 Coromar Drive Building B03, Goleta, CA, 93117-3088 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Posting Title: Value Stream Leader (Onsite)

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. 

Raytheon Vision Systems (RVS) is a world leader in the research, design, and manufacturing of focal plane arrays and flight-based vision systems supporting a myriad of defense, surveillance, space, and weather tracking applications.  We have an immediate opportunity for a Value Stream Leader.

The Value Stream Leader (VSL) is the primary interface between Operations to the program administration team and the lead of the integrated product team for the program operations. This position is responsible for the total program life cycle, from bid/proposal through development/EDM, transition to deliver, production, and depot/sustainment. The VSL will make strategic decisions for the direction of the program related to manufacturing plans and program, including representing the factory in make/buy decisions and technical/producibility trades and Cost Reduction Initiatives.

It is imperative the VSL has a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the production organization concerned with the assembly and processing operations, including a thorough understanding of manufacturing related policies/procedures and quality and customer requirements. Significant interface with both internal and external customers at Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs), Gates, EACs, Program Management Reviews (PMRs), and customer visits/tours.

What You Will Do

• Monitor and control budget; Estimate at Complete (EAC) development, analysis, and presentation, and understanding and use of Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Support Integrated Product Development System (IPDS) gate activities and administration, including bid and proposal activities and risk and opportunity ownership.
• Recommend changes in product design, tooling, and manufacturing methods to improve programs.
• Data analysis with critical thinking and facilitate results through a cross- functional team.
• Manipulate and process reports and work artifacts with large amount of data.
• Strategic and visionary planning, develop relationships and achieve buy-in from all relevant parties.

Qualifications You Must Have  

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 8 years’ related experience or an advanced degree and 5 years of related experience.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US Government issued clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required as only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Computer proficiency with demonstrated ability to learn new software applications.
• Familiarity with Supply Chain Management, scheduling, and Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems (SAP PRISM)
• Experience in transition to production programs, supporting in an operations management position of leadership.
• IPDS Experience and excellent financial acumen
• Exceptional communication, writing, and presentation skills

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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• 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.

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. Thi