Value Stream Leader — Flexible Aerospace Operations

Ontic; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

PTO / Holidays

401(k) match

Annual bonus

Flexible work

Volunteer opportunities

Mental health support

Professional development

Referral program

Job summary

Ontic is seeking a Value Stream Leader in Chatsworth, CA to own the operational and financial performance of a defined value stream. You will partner across engineering, operations, supply chain, and finance to deliver on program commitments and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include leading monthly forecasts, managing risks, and driving continuous improvement within the MOS while ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related technical field; MBA or advanced degree a plus.
• 5–10 years 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.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen; ability to lead by influence across functions.

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, 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.
• Support order acquisition efforts in collaboration with Sales and Revenue Management.
• Strengthening customer relationships through structured business reviews and performance transparency.
• 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.
• Identify and mitigate risks impacting revenue forecast accuracy.
• Lead cross‑functional value stream meetings and performance reviews.
• Drive alignment across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance.
• Influence without direct authority to resolve issues spanning multiple departments.
• Promote continuous improvement within the Management Operating System (MOS).
• Foster a culture that prioritizes safety, compliance, and quality.
• Model ethical decision‑making and accountability.
• Develop and coach team members to improve program management and customer engagement capabilities.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Forecasting

Influence without authority

Entrepreneurial mindset

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Ontic is seeking a Value Stream Leader in Chatsworth, CA to own the operational and financial performance of a defined value stream. You will partner across engineering, operations, supply chain, and finance to deliver on program commitments and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include leading monthly forecasts, managing risks, and driving continuous improvement within the MOS while ensuring safety and quality.