PATRIOT - Principal Program Cost Controls Analyst - P3 - (Hybrid)

RTX; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Bonuses

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal Program Cost Controls Analyst to lead financial planning, analysis, and execution for the PATRIOT GEM-T Team within the LADS division. Hybrid in the US, the role partners with program leaders and cross-functional teams to drive performance.

The candidate will perform detailed cost analyses, ensure EVMS compliance, and provide strategic insights to guide decisions. U.S. citizenship is required; join RTX to influence mission-critical defense programs.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience with 5+ years of related work.
• Experience with SAP (APEX and/or Prism), RTN PMX, or similar system.
• Experience with the Microsoft Office Tool Suite, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed financial analysis for total program and product cost elements.
• Maintain Budget and EAC tracking using EVMS and ensure funding availability.
• Prepare cost estimates for proposals and support basis of estimates development.
• Value risk and opportunities; support AOP/LRP and forecast.
• Ensure alignment of assumptions across stakeholders to drive performance.
• Develop analyses for OSQ KPIs and monthly reviews (PER/MBR/S&O/S OE).
• Handle ad-hoc requests.

Skills

Financial analysis

EVMS

Budgeting

Forecasting

Education

University degree

Tools

SAP APEX/Prism

RTN PMX

Excel

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-08-31

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB4 ~ 836 North St ~ INNOVATION BLDG

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

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.

This position is part of the Operations, Supply Chain & Quality (OSQ) Finance team within the Raytheon Land and Air Defense Systems (LADS) division, supporting the PATRIOT GEM-T Team.PATRIOT Missile Team. PATRIOT Missile supports a portfolio of various contract types, customers, and deliverables.

The successful candidate will serve as a Principal Program Cost Controls Analyst (P3), leading financial planning, analysis, and execution for the program while managing and developing a team of analysts. This role will be responsible for driving financial performance, ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management (EVM) requirements, and providing strategic insight to program and functional leadership. The candidate will play a critical role in shaping program financial strategy, influencing decision-making, and ensuring alignment across cross-functional stakeholders.

What You Will Do

• Perform detailed financial analysis for both total program and product level cost elements to help define and understand monthly and quarterly variances from budget and EAC positions
• Maintain accurate records for Budget and EAC tracking to ensure adequate funding is available using Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
• Support the preparation of cost estimates for new business proposals and assist Estimating and Program Analysts in developing rationale for basis of estimates.
• Risk and opportunity valuation and impact on contract profitability Support material forecast, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Long Range Plan (LRP).
• Ensure alignment in assumptions between Program Office, FP&A Finance, OSQ Function, and Factory (FOMs) to drive performance.
• Develop analysis to support OSQ Monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) & monthly reviews (PER/MBR/S&O/S OE)
• Ad-hoc requests

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
• Experienced user of SAP (APEX and/or Prism), RTN PMX, or similar system
• Experience with the Microsoft Office Tool Suite, particularly with Excel

Qualifications We Prefer

• Self-starter with a positive attitude, willing to take on challenges
• Advanced Excel skills
• Operations finance or factory/manufacturing finance experience
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial information in support of business portfolioStrong 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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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.