SPY-6 Above Deck OSC Lead

Raytheon; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Raytheon, a leading aerospace and defense company, seeks an experienced Operations & Supply Chain (OSC) leader to manage the SPY‑6 ADE team and drive complex naval radar program execution.

You will partner with Operations, Supply Chain, PMO and Engineering to accelerate production, optimize material planning, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining security and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years in operations, supply chain or related fields.
• Experience leading manufacturing teams or managing key suppliers in fast-paced production.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead SPY‑6 ADE OSC team and drive production acceleration strategies.
• Develop manufacturing, sourcing, capital and capacity strategies to meet goals.
• Oversee production execution: cost, schedule, quality, supplier performance, material availability.
• Drive AOP and OTD performance.
• Communicate strategies and risks to leadership and customers.
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering and Quality to resolve challenges.
• Travel domestically up to 25% per RTX policy.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

SAP

Kinaxis

PRISM/CMES

Job description

Location

US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDG

Date Posted

2026-10-13

Country

United States of America

Location

US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDG

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.

Raytheon is seeking an experienced Operations & Supply Chain (OSC) leader to manage the SPY‑6 Above Deck Equipment (ADE) team and drive successful execution of a highly complex naval radar production program. In this role, you will serve as the primary OSC representative to the ADE Program Management Office (PMO), providing strategic direction related to manufacturing, production readiness, material planning, and supply chain performance.

This position requires strong leadership in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. You will partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Program Management, Engineering, Quality, and suppliers to develop production strategies, accelerate output, and support a 2× takt increase to meet urgent customer needs. The ideal candidate is an influential, collaborative leader with a history of delivering exceptional performance without relying on direct authority.

What You Will Do

• As the SPY‑6 ADE OSC Lead, you will lead production acceleration and procurement strategies for SPY‑6 TRIMMs and Arrays. You will collaborate across all levels of the organization and supplier network to ensure program goals are achieved through effective execution, risk management, and proactive communication.
• Lead an OSC team of 9 Program Operations Managers (POMs) and Material Program Managers (MPMs).
• Develop and implement manufacturing, sourcing, capital, and capacity strategies to meet production acceleration goals and customer commitments.
• Oversee production execution, including cost, schedule, quality, supplier performance, and material availability.
• Drive Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and On‑Time Delivery (OTD) performance.
• Communicate production strategies, risks, opportunities, and priorities to internal stakeholders, executive leadership, and customers.
• Strengthen cross‑functional coordination and remove barriers to achieving program objectives.
• Work with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve technical, production, and delivery challenges.
• Travel domestically up to 25% in accordance with RTX travel policy.

Qualifications you Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree and 7+ years of experience in operations, supply chain, or related fields.
• Experience managing manufacturing teams or key suppliers in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Kinaxis, or PRISM/CMES.
• 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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Demonstrated success leading in a high‑visibility environment requiring regular executive engagement.
• Experience managing supplier and manufacturing performance on complex programs, including financial oversight, performance metrics, and contract compliance.
• Experience across the full program lifecycle: new design, transition‑to‑production, full‑rate production, and field support for U.S. and/or FMS customers.
• Experience in capacity expansion, capital planning, facilities development, manufacturing process improvements, and strategic supplier management.
• Proven leadership in coaching, mentoring, and developing teams.
• Strong business acumen with experience managing EACs, R&Os, baseline budgets and schedules.

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.

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.

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 145,600 USD - 276,800 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.