Principal Program Financial Analyst

Pratt & Whitney; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading aerospace company as a Principal Program Finance Lead, where you'll manage financial reporting and planning for development programs. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines. You'll collaborate with various teams to ensure financial compliance and support customer meetings. If you have a solid background in finance and a passion for aerospace, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to national defense efforts.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years relevant experience or 3 years with an advanced degree.
• Experience in EVM programs and financial planning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly Earned Value reporting and financial forecasting.
• Engage in proposal development and contract negotiation.

Skills

Analytical Capability

Financial Independence

Business Acumen

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree

Tools

MS Office Excel

SAP APEX

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-05-07

Country:

United States of America

Location:

CA323: 2000 E Imperial Hwy Bldg R01 2000 East Imperial Highway Building R01, El Segundo, CA, 90245 USA

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:

None/Not Required

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

This is an opportunity to join the Raytheon AESA Radar Development Team as a Principal Program Finance Lead. The product area includes an efficient and effective team that relies on individual drive and integrity for success.

What You Will Do

• The responsibilities of this position include various weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual routines including the following: Weekly Earned Value reporting, Baseline Planning and Development, IPMDAR submissions, Estimates at Completion (EACs), risk and opportunity development, financial forecasting, Short Range Outlook (SRO), Annual Operation Plan (AOP) and Long Range Strategic Planning.
• You will also have the opportunity to support various customer meetings, including senior management level meetings.
• This position will have the opportunity to engage in proposal development within the development programs including review of Basis of Estimates (BOEs), chart preparation, cost volume development, manpower planning and contract negotiation preparation.
• Success in this role will be dictated by one’s ability to meet critical deadlines while managing multiple conflicting priorities.
• You will need to analyze and understand data quickly in order to make informed business decisions.
• You will need to exhibit financial independence, possess high business acumen and exhibit robust analysis within the AESA Development programs portfolio.
• Must be able to interpret and ensure implementation of Raytheon Financial Policies and Procedures to program personnel as part of their daily/weekly communications.
• This position requires tactical thinking and building positive relationships with our internal and external customers.

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 in externally reported EVM programs (IPMR/IPMDAR, CFSR, CSDR, DFARS clauses, DID formats, etc).
• Experience with modeling and creating complex formulas using MS Office Excel.
• Strong analytical capability and experience interfacing and conducting business with various functional disciplines (Contracts, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, etc.).
• Solid understanding and experience with financial planning and analysis.
• Prior experience in Defense or Aerospace.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (SPI/CPI/TCPI/IEAC/VAR).
• Excellent personal computer skills including a high level of proficiency with MS Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
• Ability to plan and manage daily tasks, meet deadlines, analyze, provide results and recommend solutions to various levels of management.
• Experience with SAP APEX, BW and BPS.
• Understanding and application of finance principles, concepts, practices, and standard knowledge of industry practices.
• Excellent communication of financial concepts, trends and variances to management (both written and verbal).
• Proactive, creative and innovative in solving problems and issues.
• Ability to Work under minimal supervision. Participates in determining objectives of assignment plans, schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives after training period.
• Ability to quickly master Business Systems

Additional Information

• This position is grade P3, Principal Specialist, Program Cost Controls.
• 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.
• Relocation assistance is not available.

The salary range for this role is 90,000 USD - 182,000 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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