Value Stream Manager - Radomes and Composites - McKinney, TX

Raytheon; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon in McKinney, TX seeks a Value Stream Manager to oversee the Radomes and Composites division at the Consolidated Manufacturing Center. You will lead a team across shifts to deliver quality land-based radar system parts in a safe, efficient environment.

The role focuses on takt planning, performance against MRP, and driving CORE improvements while aligning with RTX values and managing internal customer relations. Extended hours may be required to meet program needs.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience with 8+ years, or an advanced degree with 5+ years.
• Experience in manufacturing, planning, scheduling, finance, operations, or similar environments.
• Experience leading a team in a cross-functional environment.
• U.S. Citizen - the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and execution across multiple work cells; establish takt plans and value stream performance.
• Onsite role focused on safety, people, quality, delivery, cost, and equipment; lead CORE improvements.
• Interface with internal RTX customers to develop factory plans and be willing to work extended hours if required.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Security clearance requirement

Education

University Degree or equivalent experience

Advanced Degree in related field

Tools

CMES

EVMS

Job description

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG

Date Posted: 2026-10-06

Country: United States of America

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A 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.

We are seeking a Value Stream Manager (VSM) to oversee multiple factories in our Radomes and Composites division of the Consolidated Manufacturing Center located in McKinney, TX. In this role, you will lead a team of cell leads and 15+ shop floor employees across multiple shifts to safely deliver quality parts. This specific role will be responsible for production, assembly, and testing of land‑based radar systems as well as overseeing a semi‑automated assembly area for development and prototype programs.

What You Will Do

• The VSM oversees and coordinates the planning and execution of the operational aspects across multiple work cells within the McKinney Consolidated Manufacturing Center (MCMC). Establishes takt plans in support of program schedules and accountable for value stream performance to Materials Requirements Planning (MRP). Interfaces with Operations Program Managers/Strategic Business Unit/Operations and Supply Chain (OSC) Leads on execution status, capacity, and risks/opportunities.
• The VSM is an onsite role which involves direct support of manufacturing activities and requires spending significant amounts of time in and around factory areas. The primary duties of this position are slated in the first shift time slot but the VSM will manage teams on the off shifts as well. The manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining operational metrics with focus on driving overall value steam performance- safety, people, quality, delivery, cost, and equipment in a manufacturing environment. The VSM will drive and lead continuous improvement through Customer Oriented Results and Excellence (CORE). Additionally, the manager will ensure compliance to company policies and procedures and must exhibit the leadership ability to align cross‑functional team to ensure value stream goals are achieved.
• The successful candidate will interface with internal RTX customers to obtain the necessary information to develop and maintain the factory’s strategic and tactical plans and must be capable and willing to work extended hours when required. Also, the VSM will lead by embracing the Values and Behaviors defined within RTX of Trust, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Commitment and will cultivate a safe work environment across the value stream and cross functional teams.

What You Will Learn

The Radomes and Composites factories build both production and prototype products.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience
• Experience in manufacturing, planning, scheduling, finance, operations, or similar environments.
• Experience in production, manufacturing, operations, or similar environment.
• Experience leading a team in a cross‑functional environment.
• U.S. Citizen - 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

• CORE Certification or 6 Sigma experience
• Active Secret Clearance
• EVMS Certification
• Proficient in Shop Floor Management tool CMES
• Strong problem solving and project management skills.
• Strong team and individual developmental skills in support of customer concerns.

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.

• Relocation benefits are not eligible for this position.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.