Value Stream Mgr

Value Stream Mgr

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Defense Systems

Location: USA IRVINE CA DEFENSE SYSTEMS

Job Family : Manufacturing and Production

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Jun 15, 2026

Job ID: 66246

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MARKETING STATEMENT

The Defense Systems Division is part of the Parker Aerospace Group, located in Irvine, California. Our products are used across military and commercial platforms globally. We specialize in cutting edge thermal management systems and components including fans, pumps and compressors, ammunition handling systems, weapon scoring systems, dynamic pressure sensors, piezoelectric accelerometers, towed targets, reeling machines, and associated telemetry.

For over fifty years, we have been a leader in defense products, contributing to the operational success of some of the most advanced military platforms worldwide.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: ''Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.'' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for coordinating the activity of all repairs within the MRO value stream. As the POC for all MRO-related activities, he/she will interact with customers concerning RFQs, contracts, price, delivery, and quality.

This position works independently while leading a team frequently interacting with internal stakeholders/support functions to obtain pricing, review contracts, expedite processes, monitor the status of orders, prepare shipping documents, and solve technical problems. Is accountable for the on-time completion (including improving turnaround time) of repairs and is responsible for negotiating delivery expectations with customers.

This position requires substantial knowledge of government contracts, shipping requirements, inventory control, and assembly processes. Must be able to perform job requirements under minimal supervision.

This position will implement the Parker Lean system and Win Strategy to ensure a safe work environment, maximize profitable growth, drive quality improvements, provide premier customer service, develop a technically qualified work force, reduce operating costs, inventories and lead times through continuous improvements. Oversee day-to-day activities to meet daily, monthly, quarterly and yearly expectations.

Scope/ Supervision and Interaction:

X Has Direct Reports ____ Does Not Have Direct Reports

Responsible for all aspects of managing the Value Stream to include: developing associates, ensure that team consensus is used to thoroughly evaluate decisions, ensure that decisions are rapidly implemented, budget planning, employment decisions related to associates and performance assessment of all direct reports, team leaders and associates.

Essential Functions:

Ownership of Value Stream P&L's including cost analysis and new business opportunities, product line margin, delivery performance, PPV goals and manufacturing productivity.

Responsible for meeting revenue and shipment targets

Responsible for increasing margins for product portfolio over time

Responsible for POP implementation and long-term manufacturing strategies.

As the leader of the MRO organization, manages customer communications (proposal follow-up, return status, delivery negotiation/notification).

Works with Pricing and Purchasing to come up with a price for each customer request.

Works with Design and Manufacturing Engineering to come up with work instructions.

Works with Manufacturing and Planning to schedule manufacturing orders to ensure customer promise dates are met.

Maintain the MRO service records and documentation according to customer/government requirements.

Coordinate and process government order shipments with shipping.

May be required to assist in other areas of the business

Operational leadership including successful Lean implementation resulting in productivity gains.

Meets with the Value Stream team regularly, reflecting on problems, solutions, and challenges, thereby creating a culture of continuous improvement and contributing towards becoming a learning organization.

Leads the Value Stream in daily operations and continuous improvements which include but are not limited to: supply chain production control, establishing manufacturing priorities, coordination of activities with off -shift management and order shipments. Emphasizes the creation of continuous product flow, utilize pull systems where flow is not currently possible, and works to level the workload.

Creates the basis for continuous improvement and employee empowerment by ensuring that standardized work/processes are followed, countermeasures implemented and the area is compliant with safety requirements.

Instills and maintains a positive can-do team atmosphere within the Value Stream; holding regular team meetings and assigning team members tasks and coordinate support services needed outside the team. Utilizes PDCA in conjunction with the Tracking Centers and Team Improvement Boards to ensure results.

Works with the Division to develop the future state value stream map and manages the plans to achieve it, as documented in the Value Stream Site Tracking Center. In addition, this will include maintaining the Team Improvement Boards (TIB) . Both of these centers - the TIB and Site Tracking Center - are the minimum requirements in a visually controlled environment that ensures no problems remain hidden

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Must be a US Citizen of Legal Permanent Resident

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university or equivalent; Masters preferred.

8-10 years of major professional accomplishments, including increasing responsibility and leadership of projects and teams of considerable size, scope and complexity. Previous P&L ownership experience required.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $120500 to $210950 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

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