Program Cost Controls Principal Specialist

Date Posted:

2026-10-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807

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 1

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 Long Range Air-to-Air Missile (LRAAM) program area, within the Advanced Technology (AT) Strategic Business Unit is seeking an onsite program controls analyst (P3). The analyst will support the execution of a large key strategic development program that will be a future franchise for Raytheon. This analyst will be joining the program at a very critical and exciting time as in addition to supporting the execution of the base EMD contract valued over $1.5B, the program is setting up for execution of newly awarded follow-on contracts that will be running in parallel.

You will work closely with finance management in supporting contractual Earned Value implementation and will also partner with the various functional teammates to support program reporting and deliverables. The ideal candidate has strong time management skills and can lead the team to meet critical deadlines. The candidate has strong analytical skills and can communicate effectively across Control Account Managers (CAMs), Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads, various functions, and with various program and finance leadership. This is a challenging and rewarding role with tremendous opportunity for growth and exposure.

This role is being offered in an onsite capacity and is based on the needs of the business. Onsite work can be done at the Tucson, AZ location. Relocation assistance is being provided.

What You Will Do

• Drive Contractual Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) implementation and maintenance, variance analysis, quarterly Estimate-at-Completion (EAC) / monthly Latest Revised Estimate (LRE) development, EVMS CDRL preparation (IPMR/IPMDAR, CFSR, CSDR), data analysis and reporting, and baseline establishment and maintenance.
• Analyze and review monthly forecasting with program leadership and various functionals.
• Support the monthly financial planning forecast / close process (Rplan), Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and Long-Range Plan (LRP).

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics or related field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience; OR an Advanced degree and a minimum of 3 years prior relevant experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel (i.e. pivot tables, advanced formulas), Word and/or PowerPoint.
• Experience using ERP Systems (i.e SAP Business Systems PRISM, SAP, AO reporting) or a similar system.
• Experience with accounting principles and/or practices.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued (Secret) security clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Earned Value Management and/or Estimate at Completion.
• Experience in using ForProject.
• Experience with PowerBI.
• Able to meet critical deadlines and develop and apply solutions and process improvements.
• Ability to effectively work in a challenging and fast paced environment while multi-tasking.
• Sound analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.
• Team player contributing new ideas

What We Offer

• Our 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.
• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.
• Relocation assistance is available provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements .

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition 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.
• For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As 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. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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