Program Cost Controls Principal Specialist

Date Posted:

2026-06-22



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord



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.

The Advanced Integrated Surface Sensors (AISS) Product Area within the Advanced Technology (AT) Strategic Business Unit is seeking an onsite Principal Specialist, Program Cost Controls (P3). This position is responsible for supporting internal and external reporting requirements, Earned Value Management System (EVMS) compliance activities, financial forecasting and reporting, development of Estimates at Completion (EACs), and support of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) activities.

This role is onsite in Tewksbury, MA. Candidates must be able to work onsite and be within commuting distance of the location.

Responsibilities

• Support program managers and cross-functional teams with financial reporting and internal control activities.
• Support Earned Value Management (EVM), FP&A activities, proposal efforts, and financial analysis requirements.
• Prepare earned value reporting, including cost, schedule, and financial analysis using company systems and processes.
• Perform weekly, monthly, and quarterly variance analysis and reporting.
• Update financial reports and presentations for program leadership.
• Develop and support quarterly Estimates at Completion (EACs) and monthly Latest Revised Estimates (LREs).
• Process approved Budget Change Requests (BCRs) and maintain associated control system updates.
• Support monthly FP&A reporting activities.
• Support financial tool implementations and process improvement initiatives.
• Support contractual Earned Value Management System (EVMS) implementation and maintenance activities.
• Perform data analysis and variance reporting.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or an Advanced degree and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP or related business systems, including PRISM, SAP, or AO Reporting.
• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

 Qualifications We Preferred:

• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and Estimates at Completion (EACs).
• Experience using advanced Microsoft Excel functions, including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis tools.
• Experience performing financial analysis and variance analysis.
• Experience identifying and resolving financial reporting issues.
• Experience communicating financial and program-related information with cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing assigned work activities and deliverables.
• Experience organizing, analyzing, and reporting large data sets.

What We Offer:

• 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.

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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.

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