SM-6 - Principal Program Cost Controls Specialist - P3 - (On-Site)

Raytheon Technologies Corporation; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Principal Program Cost Controls Specialist to manage budgets and financial forecasts for the Standard Missile 6 program in Tucson, AZ. The role involves close collaboration with various teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance, supporting significant Department of Defense contracts. Candidates must possess a solid financial background and the ability to communicate effectively across stakeholders.

Benefits

Relocation assistance available

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• 5+ years finance work experience; OR an Advanced degree and 3+ years prior experience.
• Experience with Business Planning Systems and financial reporting required.
• EVMS (Earned Value) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Aligning budgets and monitoring progress for the SM-6 program.
• Preparing accurate bookings, sales, and profit forecasts.
• Generating financial reports and analyzing EACs.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Problem Solving

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-05-12

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ808: RMS AP Bldg 808 1151 East Hermans Road Building 808, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

The Standard Missile 6 program has an immediate need for a Financial professional to join our team as a Principal Program Cost Controls Specialist. The SM-6 program is a part of the Navel Shipboard Portfolio within Naval Standard Missile Systems (NSMS) Production. The SM-6 program team is responsible for multiple, large DOD Prime production contracts.

What You Will Do

• Aligning with Program Management, Contracts, and Integrated Product Team’s to prepare budgets and baseline new programs in accordance with Raytheon policies.

• Preparing accurate bookings, sales, material, staffing and profit forecasts.

• Generation of weekly/monthly labor and material financial reports.

• Preparing, analyzing and reviewing EACs with appropriate management levels.

• Proposal cost and price estimating.

• Preparing Gate 5 Budgets, baselines and monitoring progress and report variances.

• Supporting contracts by providing information for customer inquiries such as program actuals or expenditure profiles.

• Participating in the control of costs and schedules on contracts.

• Candidate must be willing to communicate and ask questions and work with other functional organizations to accomplish team goals.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics or related topic

• Typically requires 5+ years finance work experience; OR an Advanced degree and 3+ years prior relevant experience

• Experience with SAP, Business Warehouse and/or PRISM.

• Experience with Business Planning Systems.

• Experience with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Qualifications We Prefer

• EVMS (Earned Value) certification.

• Understanding of Raytheon financial and accounting policies and procedures.

• Ability to care for time and prioritize workload.

• Ability to work through problems with minimal supervision.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize concurrent requirements and accommodate numerous stakeholders.

• Excellent written and verbal skills including demonstrated ability to succinctly present complex information.

• Knowledge of key financial systems and tools (Excel, PowerPoint).

• Deep critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Must be flexible and able to care for a wide range of work assignments.

• After 6 months the ability to work with minimal direct supervision as well as part of a team, accountability and self-inspired.

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.

• Relocation assistance available provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. 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.

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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