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Manager, Operational Excellence

Ontic
Chatsworth, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us!

Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. Ontic’s Chatsworth, CA, site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. With over 1,400 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.

Our team is looking for a Manager of Operational Excellence at Ontic Chatsworth, CA Office. Reporting to the Director of Operational Excellence (OpEx), the Manager of Operational Excellence owns inventory performance, make-buy strategy, and operational analytics. This role drives working capital improvement and cross-functional execution.

To be considered for the Manager, Operational Excellence opening, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 7–12 years’ experience Aerospace experience
  • Strong Program Management, Project Management, Supply Chain/Procurement, data and analytics, and Operational Excellence (OpEx) experience
  • Lean Leadership experience
  • ERP and MRP experience (InFor Visual ERP experience preferred but not a requirement).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES FOR THIS JOB:

  • Own inventory performance (active, E&O, WIP)
  • Drive working capital improvement through bringing visibility to what were purchasing and when, as well as identifying suppliers for inventory already on order that wont be consumed within the specified time frame and working with Procurement Leadership to formalize a strategy for bringing the inventory on site or holding.
  • Establish inventory governance
  • Lead make vs buy decisions
  • Align inventory with operational flow
  • Lead analytics capability overseeing Project Managers and Data Analysts

Impact Expectations (First 90–180 Days)

  • Stand up inventory governance aligned with Ontic’s financial controls and inventory policies.
  • Deliver measurable inventory reduction through sell-offs or working with the Value Stream Leaders, Program Managers, Operations leadership, and Planning, to identify what can be built and by when.
  • Implement and deliver on make-buy framework
  • Improve cross-functional alignment
  • Increase shortage visibility

Our Benefits:

  • Comprehensive medical insurance
  • Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
  • Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution
  • Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Paid volunteering opportunities
  • Access to mental health champions across our sites
  • Commitment to development
  • Employee referral program

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Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. Ontic’s Chatsworth, CA, site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. With over 1,400 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.

Our team is looking for a Manager of Operational Excellence at Ontic Chatsworth, CA Office. Reporting to the Director of Operational Excellence (OpEx), the Manager of Operational Excellence owns inventory performance, make-buy strategy, and operational analytics. This role drives working capital improvement and cross-functional execution.

To be considered for the Manager, Operational Excellence opening, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 7–12 years’ experience Aerospace experience
  • Strong Program Management, Project Management, Supply Chain/Procurement, data and analytics, and Operational Excellence (OpEx) experience
  • Lean Leadership experience
  • ERP and MRP experience (InFor Visual ERP experience preferred but not a requirement).

Our Benefits:

  • Comprehensive medical insurance
  • Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
  • Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution
  • Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Paid volunteering opportunities
  • Access to mental health champions across our sites
  • Commitment to development
  • Employee referral program

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EOE/Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran

Compensation Pay Range

$110k-$130k

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Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran

Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person ” as defined by 22. C.F.R.

  • 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee.

Salary : $110,000 - $130,000

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