Manufacturing Cell Lead - Second Shift

Job ID: 01859034Posted: Posted 20 Days AgoStart Date: 2026-07-13Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)Country: United States of AmericaTime Type: Full timeDate Posted:2026-07-13 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: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1At 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 Manufacturing Cell Lead (MCL) is accountable for all manufacturing-related activities within a production or depot-manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will report to a Value Stream Leader, on our Tucson, AZ site and be accountable for the daily management and direction of up to 20+ touch labor employees within one shift. The MCL will be tasked to define clear operational schedules, priorities, goals, and collaborate with functional support employees to allow for continuous manufacturing of line-flow or end-of-item products. Additionally, MCL will have accountability for the quality of production, and depot products, while being delivered on time at or below cost targets. 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 manufacturing leadership role.This is a second shift position. What You Will DoInterface and interactions with site LeadershipSchedule, Quality and Cost performance management of assigned work areasProvide the required resources (facilities, processes, equipment, training, etc.) to ensure all employees work in a safe working environmentCommunication of customer and site requirements to bargaining unit workforceInterface with support employees including planning, engineering, quality and other ValueStream Leaders across shiftsManage and lead up to 20+ touch personnelPerform a wide variety of sequencing, planning, scheduling, coordinating and reportingtasks in support of the manufacturing workflowPrioritizes project issues and assists in the resolutions process to meet productivity, quality,and organizational goals and contractual delivery requirementsEnsure compliance with all pertinent operating procedures, organizational directives andwork instructionsQualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum of five (5) years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum three (3) years' experience.Experience with either manufacturing or operations.Supervisory or managerial experience.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 Material Resource Planning experience within an Enterprise Resource Planning system or like system (SAP, Expected at Complete, IMDS - Integrated Maintenance Data System, TMSS (Tactical Missile Reporting System)Understanding of an Operation Environment (TAKT, Line Balancing, Value Stream Mapping)Experience with Lean Manufacturing concepts and/or implementationKnowledge of Bargaining Unit Agreement & ComplianceStrong knowledge of Production Control concepts including WIP management and TAKTUnderstanding of Estimate At Completion (EAC) process and Hours Per Unit (HPU)What We OfferOur values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not availableLearn More & Apply Now!Please consider the following role type definitions 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.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: We Are RTXAs 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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. 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