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Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology.

Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world's most complex environments.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries-driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare-safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.

Nationality Requirements

Due to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Position Summary

The Value Stream Manager is accountable for the end-to-end operational performance and delivery of a defined manufacturing value stream within a regulated defense environment. The role combines hands-on operational leadership with strategic responsibility for transforming manufacturing performance. Leading from the front, the postholder ensures daily production targets are achieved while driving continuous improvement, operational maturity, and cultural change. A critical aspect of the role is holding full delivery accountability across all contributing functions, ensuring that dependencies such as Production Engineering, Test Systems Engineering, and Planning are effectively coordinated and executed to meet commitments. The role plays a key part in modernizing ways of working, improving flow and productivity, and strengthening compliance with industry standards.

Job Description

• Hold end-to-end delivery accountability across the value stream, including task management and coordination of Production Engineering, Test Systems Engineering, and Planning. Ensure all interdependent activities are aligned, executed on time, and support overall delivery commitments - removing barriers and driving resolution where performance gaps exist.
• Lead and integrate daily, weekly, and monthly planning activities, ensuring the value stream is resourced appropriately with the right skills and capacity to meet demand. Ensures all safety procedures are followed and metrics met.
• Investigates, trouble-shoots and provides solutions to more complex production problems that are elevated. Liaisons with functional or operational area managers (e.g. in Supply Chain or Program Management) to understand current and future product needs and develop plans, cost estimates, and schedules for integrating these needs into existing manufacturing activities.
• Lead structured problem-solving and root cause analysis to resolve production, quality, and delivery issues.
• Identify and implement operational improvements to enhance flow, eliminate waste, and reduce lead times.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Programs to proactively manage risks, constraints, and dependencies.
• Build capability within frontline leadership through coaching, performance management, and succession planning.\
• Support internal and external audits and ensure adherence to quality management systems and governance frameworks.

Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 5+ years of related experience.
Plus 3+ years people leader experience
Lean Six Sigma certification preferred
May be required to maintain security clearance

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What Ultra Maritime Offers You

At Ultra Maritime, we invest in our employees and their well-being:

• Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!

• Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year

• 8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays

• 401k Plan with Company Match

• Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)

• Wellness Program and incentives

• Company HSA contributions

• Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire

• Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually

• Additional Employee Discounts and Perks

Company-Paid Benefits:

• $75 monthly student loan repayment program

• Basic Life Insurance

• Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Long Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:

• Medical and Prescription insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans

• Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family

• Accident Plan

• Critical Illness Plan

• Hospital Indemnity Plan

• Pet Insurance

• Identity Theft

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email careers@ultra-us-gbs.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security.

We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.

Company: Ultra Maritime

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