Principal Specialist, Program Cost Controls (Dev & Test)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal Specialist to lead RSTAC and National Team programs within ASDS, GSMS. The role requires proactive leadership, interaction with Program Area Directors, and collaboration with finance and contracts teams to align strategy and objectives.

The role emphasizes cost control, EVMS, and schedule management, with a hybrid work model and close coordination with cross-functional teams. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years experience.
• Experience with EVMS, Program Controls (Cost/Schedule), and/or EAC process.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word and/or PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Help establish and maintain the baseline compliant with program instruction and EVMS policy.
• Develop detailed cost CDRLs including CFSRs, 1921, and 1921-1 reports.
• Coordinate quarterly Estimates at Complete, BCR coordination and implementation
• Provide thorough cost and schedule analysis
• Partner with Program Management and cross functional leads to support program execution
• Prepare finance charts for PMRs and other reporting activities

Skills

EVMS (Earned Value Management)

Program Controls

EAC Process

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

APEX

PRISM

Analysis for Office

Rplan

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-10

Location: US-MA-WOBURN-WB1 ~ 235 Presidential Way ~ SPENCER BLDG

Position Role Type: Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required.

Security Clearance: None/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.

We have an excellent opportunity to join the Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) business area of the Global Sensors & Mission Systems (GSMS) Mission Area as a Principal Specialist (P3) within the Development, Test & Growth Business Area as the lead of the RSTAC and National Team programs. This position requires proactive leadership and interaction with Program Area Directors, Program Managers, and customer representatives from finance and contracts teams to ensure alignment regarding strategy, operating and financial objectives.

What You Will Do

• Help establish and maintain the overall baseline that is compliant with the program instruction, internal EVM policy and 10255
• Support and develop the detailed cost CDRLs including Contractor Funding Summary Report (CFSRs), Cost Data Summary Report (1921), and Functional Cost Hour Report (1921-1)
• Coordinate development of quarterly Estimates at Complete, Budget Change Request (BCRs) coordination and implementation
• Provide thorough cost and schedule analysis
• Partnership with Program Management and cross functional leads to support program execution
• Prepare finance charts for Program Management Reviews and other reporting activities as required

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years experience
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Program Controls (Cost/Schedule), and/or Estimate at Completion (EAC) Process
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word and/or PowerPoint)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Finance Business Systems: APEX, PRISM, Analysis for Office and/or Rplan
• Working knowledge of Raytheon financial and accounting policies and procedures
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to multitask effectively in a fast paced work environment
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail with ability to meet deadlines, work in a team environment and manage multiple tasks
• Must be independent and self-motivated
• Prior experience in Program Cost Controls and EVMS audit/surveillance experience

What We Offer

• 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 (dependent upon level and collective bargaining agreement, not guaranteed)

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.

Role Type

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.

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.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.