Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-05-26

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E04 ~ 2006 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E04

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Associate Director of Planning and Production Control will provide leadership for Production Control teams in Goleta EWS, El Segundo and Fullerton sites, and be a part of the California CMC’s cross-functional Leadership Team within Surveillance providing insight, influence, and ownership on decisions relating to talent, strategy, cost competitiveness, and tactical execution. This critical role will be leading teams responsible for the alignment of material availability, production schedule, and contractual requirements in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Shop Floor Control Manufacturing Execution System (MES).

The successful candidate must have effective communication skills, program troubleshooting know-how, an understanding of MRP in a manufacturing environment, aptitude for innovative solutions, and proven leadership skills. The ability to interface with all levels of management from both functional and programming will be essential in this job. In this role, the ownership and use of metrics will be key to maintaining system health and drive the level of performance that will support customer expectations.

What You Will Do

• Leadership of CA CMC Planning and Production Control teams, which includes Demand planning, Supply planning, and Sell-Off / Shipment of production, development, and depot programs.
• Provide leadership and guidance to a multi-skilled team engaged in the distribution of material to and from manufacturing cells and module assembly.
• Set strategic vision, direction and plan to execute on short to medium term program and functional strategies and initiatives.
• Manage and control financial expectations of the organization including pools and overhead budgets.
• Own and develop critical strategic and operational goals to drive organization to improve Material Availability, MRP Performance and CLIN On Time Delivery (OTD).
• Responsible for creating workforce and staffing plans to support the organization and goals.
• Lead and navigate a highly matrixed organization and influence effectively at multiple levels.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience.
• Demonstrated experience in planning, production control, manufacturing, operations, or supply chain.
• Experience leading daily team operations and/or comparable leadership experience.
• Active and transferable Secret clearance level required at time of application. U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain higher clearance prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience leading in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment
• Experience in Special Program Access and other business systems, including shop floor data systems.
• Experience in Six Sigma, CORE, Lean Manufacturing processes, diagnostics, and continuous improvement.
• Experience driving financial performance, cost reduction, staffing, and budgeting.

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.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• 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.

• Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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 172,900 USD - 328,700 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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