OSC - Principal Program Cost Controls Analyst - P3 - (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, seeks a Principal Specialist of Program Cost Controls (P3) to support the Naval Standard Missile Systems portfolio. You will partner with CAMs and the PMO to oversee cost reports, EAC development, and weekly cost run analysis across contracts.

You will develop forecasts, explain variances, and help drive internal efficiencies while maintaining strong communication with program leadership and finance teams in a fast-paced manufacturing

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience developing, updating, and statusing financial/metric reports
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and 365 tools
• Experience in production or schedule-driven environments with P&L understanding
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• Support quarterly EAC development including costs, risks, and opportunities
• Provide cost, schedule, funding planning, reporting, monitoring, and analysis
• Prepare program financial forecasts and explain variances
• Manage cost accumulation weekly, monthly, and quarterly
• Provide cost reduction project support and leadership
• Assist in developing cost estimates for new proposals
• Support factory/program activities in the finance role and participate in decisions
• Develop and streamline reports, EAC management, and special projects

Skills

Financial analysis

Cost controls

Communication skills

Variance analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Advanced degree

Tools

Excel

APEX/PRISM

SAP

PMX

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-08 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. 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 after 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 Operations and Supply Chain (OSC) Finance Organization has an immediate need for a Principal Specialist of Program Cost Controls (P3) supporting the Naval Standard Missile Systems (NSMS) portfolio in the Naval Power Strategic Business Unit (SBU) and will work closely with the Business Office and the Program Management Office across multiple contracts. As a member of the OSC Finance team, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing operations and supply chain financials. Scope of work includes weekly and monthly variance reporting, Estimate at Complete (EAC) Development, and weekly analysis of cost runs with direct support to both Control Account Managers (CAMs) and the Program Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to develop a strong fundamental understanding of the operations and supply chain environment, while also working closely with the Program Finance office to ensure financial targets are achieved. The ability to be self-sufficient as well as operating in a team environment, supporting both the functional organizations as well as ensuring program financial commitments are met will be a fundamental success in this role. Business management covers a wide set of requirements, and successful candidate will show flexibility in job abilities and strong communication skills.

What You Will Do

• Support the creation of Estimates at Complete (EAC) on a quarterly basis including costs, risks and opportunities at the program/product line level
• Provide cost, schedule and funding planning, reporting, monitoring, and analysis support to OSC leaders and management using standard company tools and processes
• Prepare program financial forecasts, monitor actual costs, and explain variances to plans and forecasts
• Manage cost accumulation methods on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
• Provide cost reduction project support and leadership based on manufacturing and functional expertise and experiences
• Support the preparation of cost estimates for new business proposals and assist Estimating and Program Analysts in developing rationale for basis of estimates
• Support factory and program activities in the business management role including being a key participant in all organizational decisions
• Assist in the development and streamlining of reports, EAC management, and special projects to drive internal efficiencies
• Create and maintain the control account structure within a manufacturing-based finance environment

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
• Experience in an independent role tasked to develop, update, and status financial and performance metrics and analysis driven reports
• Experience in the use of Microsoft Operating Systems and all Microsoft 365 Office tools, with particular emphasis on Microsoft Excel
• Experience in production or similar schedule driven environment within a profit driven business based on practical experience. Ability to discuss Profit and Loss (P&L) relationships from contracts to cost analysis
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

We Prefer

• Earn Value Management System (EVMS) Certified
• Experienced user of SAP (APEX and/or PRISM), RTN PMX, or similar system
• Self-starter with a positive attitude, willing to take on challenges
• Advanced Excel skills (advanced formulas, pivot tables, analysis for office (AO), Power Query, etc.)
• Operations/GSCM finance or factory/manufacturing finance experience
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial information in support of business portfolio
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

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.

Relocation assistance available, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements.

• 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.

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.

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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RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.