Qatar Early Warning Radar Principal Financial Analyst

Raytheon; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon, a leading aerospace and defense company, is seeking a Finance professional for the QEWR program. The role emphasizes earned value management, cost control, and financial planning in a dynamic international program.

The successful candidate will partner with program leadership, engineering, and planning teams to ensure accurate cost reporting, forecasting, and timely decision support while adhering to policy and ethics standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience depending on degree.
• Strong analytical and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly earned value management cost and schedule control processes.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to program leaders and stakeholders.
• Brief senior leaders on program execution with strong financial acumen.
• Analyze EACs, investments, and manpower planning to drive decisions.
• Maintain program baselines and ensure cost charging aligns with policies.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

EVMS

SAP

Job description

Location

US-MA-WOBURN-WB2 ~ 225 Presidential Way ~ GODDARD BLDG

Date Posted

2026-07-21

Country

United States of America

Location

US-MA-WOBURN-WB2 ~ 225 Presidential Way ~ GODDARD 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.

The SSPS Product Area team within ASDS Strategic Business Unit of Raytheon is seeking a highly motivated and self-driven Finance professional to assume the role of Principal Financial Analyst for the Qatar Early Warning Radar (QEWR) Program. The position will provide a tremendous growth opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to contribute to a dynamic and critical international program. The selected candidate will have exposure to various functional senior leaders and will work closely with the QEWR Program Manager, Integrated Product Team Leads, Engineering Business Analysts, Planning & Scheduling, and functional support leads on making sound financial, contractual, and resource decisions for the program. In this fast-paced business environment, the selected candidate must excel at multi-tasking, effective and influential communication, innovative problem solving, and must have a firm understanding of financial principles common to the aerospace and defense industry.

What You Will Do

• Support the execution of monthly earned value management cost and schedule control processes, analysis, and reporting to program leaders and stakeholders
• Be a trusted business partner with all internal and external stakeholders to drive excellence in financial execution
• Brief senior program and functional leaders on program execution status displaying exceptional financial and business acumen
• Analyze key financial data that will enable sound program decision making; this includes earned value cost and schedule metrics, estimates at complete (EACs), program investments, and manpower planning
• Manage and maintain program baselines and ensure accuracy and timeliness of program cost charging aligned to business directives and policies
• Drive efficiencies, agility, and speed into financial processes utilizing the most up to date digital technology tools, training, and resources.
• Understand and execute within the guidelines of company and business policies and procedures and ethical standards
• Monitor and update the forecast while driving Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) reporting on a monthly basis

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years’ experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVMS) and Estimate At Complete (EAC) process
• Experience using SAP financial (or similar) accounting system and related reports
• Pro-active and self-motivated
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

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.

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.

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