Program Cost Control Principal Specialist

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Career development programs

Job summary

Prattwhitney in McKinney, TX is looking for a financial planning professional to support forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis. Candidates should have a university degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, particularly with Earned Value Management Systems.

The role requires proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience in financial forecasting. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including healthcare and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience or advanced degree with 3 years.
• Experience applying EVMS for cost, schedule, and performance tracking.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly financial planning and forecasting process.
• Develop and support Quarterly Estimate-at-Completion activities.
• Provide financial analysis and support to Factory Operations Managers.

Skills

Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)

Financial forecasting

Microsoft Excel

Variance analysis

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

APEX

PRISM

Job description

Location: McKinney, TX

Position Type: Onsite

Citizenship: U.S. citizenship is required.

What You Will Do

• Support the monthly financial planning, forecasting, and close process (RPlan).
• Develop and support Quarterly Estimate-at-Completion (EAC) and monthly Latest Revised Estimate (LRE) activities.
• Perform PRISM analysis, including review and updates to MRP drivers, grouping/pegging/distribution impacts, and material analysis.
• Provide financial analysis and support to Factory Operations Managers, IPT Leads, and Supply Chain Management functions.
• Communicate forecast assumptions, risks, and opportunities to program teams and leadership.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly variance reporting and data analysis.
• Perform cost, schedule, and financial analysis and reporting, including funding planning, maintenance, and reporting using standard company tools and processes.
• Review EAC inputs, presentations, and proposals for accuracy and completeness.
• Review and analyze Earned Value Management (EVM), funding data, and monthly Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) reporting.

Qualifications You Must Have

• University degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years.
• Experience applying Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) for cost, schedule, and performance tracking.
• Experience developing financial forecasts, budgets, and performing variance analysis.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience analyzing program data and producing trend analysis outputs using Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with cost and schedule control and variance analysis.
• Experience supporting Program Estimate-at-Completion (EAC) reviews and policy compliance activities.
• Experience supporting Program Managers, CAMs, IPTLs, OPMs, and Material Program Managers in program execution.
• Experience supporting Short Range Outlook (SRO) tracking, financial forecasting, reporting, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and long‑range planning activities.
• Experience working with Program Management, Finance Management, and cross‑functional teams in program execution environments.
• Experience using SAP, APEX, PRISM, and program management tools.
• Experience managing assigned responsibilities with limited supervision in support of program execution activities.

Benefits and Compensation

Salary Range: 86,800 USD – 165,200 USD.

• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑term disability coverage.
• Retirement plans, including a 401(k) match and flexible spending accounts.
• Wellness and employee assistance programs.
• Work/life benefits such as flexible schedules and paid time off.
• Career development and recognition programs.
• Parental leave (including paternal) and flexible work options.
• Educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Other Requirements

• The role is onsite; employees will work primarily onsite.

• The application window is approximately 40 days from the posting date.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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, veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected category. 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.