Value Stream Leader

Ontic Engineering & Manufacturing Inc; California (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick

Company 401(k) plan with up to 4%

Annual bonus program (varies by level)

Flexible working arrangements

Paid volunteering opportunities

Access to mental health champions

Commitment to development

Job summary

Ontic Engineering & Manufacturing Inc. in Chatsworth, CA, is hiring a Value Stream Lead to drive the operational and financial performance of an assigned value stream or product family.

The role partners with Engineering to prioritize projects, leads monthly forecasting, and manages risks across the product lifecycle. A strong background in program/product management and strategic cost control is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related technical field is required.
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• 5–10 years of experience in aerospace, defense, OE, or aftermarket environments.
• Experience in program management, product management, or operations leadership.
• Exposure to government contracts and aerospace regulatory environments preferred.
• Understanding of pricing strategy and cost drivers.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen.
• Ability to lead by influence across functions.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort operating in ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Own operational performance of assigned value stream(s) including revenue, margin, delivery, and inventory targets; support P&L management through cost control, margin improvement initiatives, and working capital optimization.
• Execute value stream strategy in alignment with site and company financial objectives; monitor KPIs and lead corrective action planning when performance gaps arise.
• Lead program execution to ensure contractual commitments are met or exceeded; support development and maintenance of product and program strategies.
• Partner with Engineering to prioritize projects and resolve technical barriers impacting customer delivery; manage risks throughout the product lifecycle including obsolescence, supply constraints, and margin erosion.
• Serve as primary escalation point for assigned customers; ensure compliance with customer and end‑user agreements including pricing and lead time performance.
• Lead monthly forecasting updates to align sales pipeline, production planning, and inventory levels; collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations to balance demand, capacity, and service levels.
• Lead cross‑functional value stream meetings and performance reviews; drive alignment across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance.
• Promote continuous improvement within the Management Operating System (MOS) and foster a culture that prioritizes safety, compliance, and quality.
• Develop and coach team members to improve program management and customer engagement capabilities.

Skills

P&L management

Cross-functional leadership

Financial acumen

Strategic planning

Analytical thinking

Influence across functions

Entrepreneurial mindset

Pricing strategy understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related technical field

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Overview

Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. Ontic’s Chatsworth, CA site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. With over 1,400 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace. Our team is looking for a Value Stream Lead to drive operational and financial performance of an assigned value stream or product family at our Chatsworth location.

Key Responsibilities

• Own operational performance of assigned value stream(s) including revenue, margin, delivery, and inventory targets; support P&L management through cost control, margin improvement initiatives, and working capital optimization.
• Execute value stream strategy in alignment with site and company financial objectives; monitor KPIs and lead corrective action planning when performance gaps arise.
• Lead program execution to ensure contractual commitments are met or exceeded; support development and maintenance of product and program strategies.
• Partner with Engineering to prioritize projects and resolve technical barriers impacting customer delivery; manage risks throughout the product lifecycle including obsolescence, supply constraints, and margin erosion.
• Serve as primary escalation point for assigned customers; ensure compliance with customer and end‑user agreements including pricing and lead time performance.
• Lead monthly forecasting updates to align sales pipeline, production planning, and inventory levels; collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations to balance demand, capacity, and service levels.
• Lead cross‑functional value stream meetings and performance reviews; drive alignment across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance.
• Promote continuous improvement within the Management Operating System (MOS) and foster a culture that prioritizes safety, compliance, and quality.
• Develop and coach team members to improve program management and customer engagement capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related technical field required.
• MBA or advanced degree a plus.
• 5–10 years of experience in aerospace, defense, OE, or aftermarket environments.
• Experience in program management, product management, or operations leadership required.
• Exposure to government contracts and aerospace regulatory environments preferred.
• Understanding of pricing strategy and cost drivers.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen.
• Ability to lead by influence across functions.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort operating in ambiguity.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
• Company 401(k) plan with up to 4% matched contribution
• Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Paid volunteering opportunities
• Access to mental health champions across our sites
• Commitment to development

Compensation

$140k-165k

EEO Statement

Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22. C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee.