Finance Principal Specialist

Prattwhitney; Tewksbury (MA); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Holidays

Incentive programs

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Finance Principal Specialist to support the IRAD portfolio with detailed financial planning, forecasting, and variance analysis. You will partner with project leads and FP&A to prepare AOP/LRP and manage reporting across SBUs and directorates.

The role requires strong communication, analytical skills and cross-functional collaboration, with hybrid onsite/offsite work. This position may involve extensive financial modeling and policy alignment.

Qualifications

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Working experience with SAP and/or APEX and/or PRISM and/or similar financial system.
• Working experience using Microsoft Office Tools.
• Advanced degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or other applicable field.
• Ability to work with teams to identify opportunities for and implement process improvements.
• Working knowledge of the EAC process.
• Knowledge of material reporting and analysis.
• Program financial management.
• Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and communicate sometimes complex financial scenarios.
• Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.
• Strong written and verbal Communication Skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting all aspects of financial analysis and control.
• Partner with the IRAD Manager, Project Leads, and Mission Area FP&A leads providing the team with insight and solutions to better drive the business and program needs.
• Management of most aspects of program financial support including earned value, compliance, risk and opportunity assessment, LRE/EAC creation and material reporting.
• Serve as the primary Finance point of contact for Engineering Capital Manager.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong presentation skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

University degree or related field

Advanced degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP

APEX

PRISM

Job description

Date Posted and Location

Date Posted: 2026-09-17 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord Position Role Type: Hybrid U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

About RTX

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.

About Us

About Us: At Raytheon Missiles & Defense, you have the opportunity to try new things and make a bigger difference across a broader end-to-end solution, a richer technology and product set, an expanded range of disciplines, a growing global footprint and a growing team of colleagues and customers.

Job Summary

The Engineering Finance Team is looking for a highly motivated Finance Principal Specialist to support the Raytheon IRAD Team. This role will provide financial planning, analysis and oversight of the Raytheon Engineering IRAD Multi-million dollar portfolio. Primary responsibilities will include working with project managers and key stakeholders to identify and accurately forecast Engineering IRAD efforts that span all SBUs/Mission Areas/Directorates. Other responsibilities include financial forecasting, providing variance analysis, validating financial accuracy and trends, preparation of financial reporting, and support of tactical and strategic meetings with business leadership. Working with the Engineering Execution Lead, the individual will help lead the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long-Range Plan (LRP) preparation and presentation. In addition, this position requires wide-ranging financial support and analysis across Engineering, FP&A and the SBUs regarding project health & prioritization, manpower forecasting, process improvement and overall management of business-related tasks. This role also includes APEX EVMS reporting for projects that meet internal policy thresholds. The successful candidate will partner with the Engineering Execution Lead, Project Leads, and FP&A leads to ensure that the team is aligned, accountable and compliant throughout the IRAD process. This role is a P3 Principal FP&A Specialist and will report to the Engineering IRAD Business Manager.

What You Will Do

• Supporting all aspects of financial analysis and control
• Partner with the IRAD Manager, Project Leads, and Mission Area FP&A leads providing the team with insight and solutions to better drive the business and program needs
• Management of most aspects of program financial support including earned value, compliance, risk and opportunity assessment, LRE/EAC creation and material reporting.
• Serve as the primary Finance point of contact for Engineering Capital Manager

Qualifications

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
• Working experience with SAP and/or APEX and/or PRISM and/or similar financial system
• Working experience using Microsoft Office Tools
• Advanced degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or other applicable field.
• Ability to work with teams to identify opportunities for and implement process improvements
• Working knowledge of the EAC process
• Knowledge of material reporting and analysis
• Program financial management
• Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and communicate sometimes complex financial scenarios
• Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical and presentation skills
• Strong written and verbal Communication Skills

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD.

• 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
• holidays
• 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.

Employment Type and Location

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.

This position is classified as: Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

Affirmative Action

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.

Application Window

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.