SM-3 IIA Underlayer Lead

globalhr; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Educational assistance

Child/adult backup care

Job summary

RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, seeks an SM3 IIA Underlayer Lead within the Finance Program Cost Controls team to drive program financial performance, ensure contractual compliance, and support decision-making.

You will partner with program management and functional leadership to align cost, schedule, and performance goals, lead EVM program controls, and mentor peers on financial data analysis and quarterly EACs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant DoD program cost control experience.
• Experience with IPMDAR/IPMAR, CSDR, and CFSR deliverables is preferred.
• Strong EVM, EACs, FP&A experience and financial analysis skills.
• Ability to present briefings to customers and management.
• U.S. citizenship required for access to program information.

Responsibilities

• Drive program financial performance and compliance with contract requirements.
• Partner with program management to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals.
• Lead cost-plus EVM controls and quarterly EACs.
• Forecast finances including AOP, LRP, and R&O management.
• Provide financial insights to stakeholders and deliver monthly performance reports.

Skills

DoD contract management

EVM & EACs

FP&A

Cross-functional collaboration

Briefings to stakeholders

Secret DoD clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Tools

APEX

BW

RPlan

PMX

Excel

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-07

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-807A ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807A

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 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.

What You Will Do

• As the SM3 IIA Underlayer Lead within the Finance Program Cost Controls team, you will play a critical role in driving program financial performance, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, and supporting decision‑making processes.
• You will partner closely with program management and functional leadership to meet cost, schedule, and performance expectations.
• Partner with program management and functional leadership to ensure program alignment with cost, schedule, and performance goals.
• Lead the development and execution of cost‑plus contractual Earned Value Management (EVM) program controls.
• Coordinate and mentor peers on the development and analysis of program financial data, including contractual EVM requirements and quarterly Estimates at Complete (EACs).
• Support financial forecasting, including Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Long‑Range Planning (LRP), and Risk & Opportunity (R&O) management.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to internal and external stakeholders to guide decision‑making.
• Develop and deliver financial planning aspects, including monthly financial performance reporting and working capital management.
• Analyze and present financial data to customers, management, and peers, ensuring transparency and accuracy.
• Contribute to proposal development and Gate 4 processes, supporting financial analysis for growth opportunities.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing multiple Department of Defense (DoD) contracts with external deliverables such as IPMDAR/IPMAR, CSDR, and CFSR.
• Experience in Earned Value Management (EVM), Estimates at Complete (EACs), and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).
• Experience interfacing and conducting business with various functional disciplines.
• Experience organizing, preparing, and presenting briefings to customers, management, and peers.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in a matrix environment, collaborating across functional teams.
• Familiarity with financial systems and tools, including APEX, BW, Rplan, PMX, and Excel.
• Experience with financial forecasting, AOP, LRP, and R&O management.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including prioritization of concurrent requirements and stakeholders.
• Experience driving change and influencing beyond authority level.
• Active Secret DoD clearance.

What we offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.
• Relocation assistance is available provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.