Value Stream Leader

Date Posted:

2026-10-05

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-B03 ~ 75 Coromar Dr ~ BLDG B03

 Position Role Type:

Onsite

 U. S. Citizen, U.

S.

Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.
• S.
• government issued security clearance is required.
• ​ U.
• S.
• citizenship is required, as only U.
• S.
• citizens are eligible for a security clearance

 Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

 Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 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.
• Raytheon brings 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.
• We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world.
• Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Value Stream

Lead (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 delivery, 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 making/buying decisions and technical/producibility trades and Cost Reduction Initiatives.

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 amounts 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 minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years' experience.
• Experience with either manufacturing, operations, engineering, proposals, quality and/or project management.

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

Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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• 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. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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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