Manufacturing Finance - Principal Cost Controls Analyst - P3 - (Onsite)

RTX; Forest (MS); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Job summary

RTX in the United States is seeking a Manufacturing Finance Principal Cost Controls Specialist to support the Surveillance Operations Manufacturing Finance team. The role focuses on forecasting HPUs, touch labor utilization, indirect spend, and other metrics to drive site productivity and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will provide cost and schedule analyses, develop quarterly EACs, and offer financial guidance to program leads. Strong Excel/PowerPoint skills and SAP experience are required.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• An advanced degree with 3+ years of experience is acceptable.
• Experience within SAP and MS Office is expected.

Responsibilities

• Forecast, identify risks, and plan financially with independence.
• Provide thorough cost and schedule analysis.
• Coordinate quarterly Estimate-at-Completion (EAC).
• Offer financial guidance to Program Teams and Leads.
• Prepare finance charts for PMRs and reporting activities.

Skills

Financial forecasting

Variance analysis

Cross-functional comms

Education

University degree or equivalent

Advanced degree

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-06

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

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 Surveillance Operations Manufacturing Finance team is seeking a high-energy professional to work as a Manufacturing Finance Principal Cost Controls Specialist supporting the Raytheon Surveillance factories. The primary responsibilities are to assist the factory operations team in driving site productivity and efficiencies through the forecasting and tracking of HPUs, touch labor utilization, support/touch ratios, indirect spend rates, PRISM Pools, and other metrics.

What You Will Do

• The selected candidate will operate with independence and exercise sound judgment in forecasting, risk identification, and financial planning.
• Provide thorough cost and schedule analysis.
• Coordinate the development of quarterly Estimate-at-Completion (EAC).
• Provide financial guidance and solutions to Program Team and Leads.
• Prepare finance charts for Program Management Reviews, financial overviews, and other reporting activities as required.
• Provide cost, schedule, financial analysis/reporting, funding planning, maintenance utilizing standard company tools and processes.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires: 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
• Experience within SAP (APEX/PRISM, Business Warehouse or similar programs)
• Experience with MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of Raytheon financial and accounting policies and procedures
• Comprehension of labor pool concepts
• Experience in the aerospace/defense industry
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical skills and a keen ability to identify financial issues
• Ability to manage time, prioritize workload and work under deadline constraints
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with experience presenting/conveying Business data to stakeholders without a financial background or expertise
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Independent problem solver with desire and ability to work through problems and find solutions
• Proficient in use of Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Word applications

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.

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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