Manufacturing Cell Lead

Date Posted: 2026-10-22 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site) 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: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date 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. The Manufacturing Cell Lead (MCL) is the primary supervisor and team executor within a production or depot manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will report to the Value Stream Leader and be accountable for the daily execution and a member of a cross functional team which includes the Value Stream Leader (VSL), Development and Strategy Support team (ME, PTE, IE, QE, PC) and Development engineering/test support team under RFEI Strategy. The MCL will be tasked to execute operational schedules, priorities, goals while collaborating with functional management to allow for continuous manufacturing of line-flow or end-item products. Additionally, the MCL will have accountability for Development execution, early production activities, Upper-Level Return deliveries, and direct daily supervision of bargaining unit team members. This position involves direct support of manufacturing activities and requires spending significant amounts of time in and around factory areas. The candidate must be capable and willing to work extended hours (when required) in a fast-paced deadline driven environment. The ideal candidate will possess the demonstrated skills and experience necessary to perform in both manufacturing and technical leadership roles. What You Will Do Direct supervision and responsibility for 20+ bargaining unit employees and additional support/technical personnel. Collaboration and communication with upstream and downstream MCLs and leadership. Utilization of knowledge of manufacturing principles, manufacturing support team roles and responsibilities and manufacturing systems in support of daily execution Deploy and maintain lean transformation 1.5 activities in conjunction with the value stream leader and support teams Deploy and maintain CORE structure, concepts and execution including but not limited to tier accountability and continuous improvement Execution and sustainment of product focused processes, tooling, equipment and test architecture. Personnel performance input for all related functions and career development of team members including coaching and mentoring. Perform a wide variety of improvements, efforts and initiatives related to the factory manufacturing system. Assisting with labor forecasts and Estimates at Compete (EACs) for the touch employees. Execute priorities relating to safety, people, quality, delivery, and cost. Interact with support engineering, supply chain, and quality with respect to project schedules. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and mini…

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