Principal Analyst, Program Cost Controls

Date Posted:

2026-03-03

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

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 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.

This position within Naval Power’s Ship Support, Integration and Sustainment (SSI&S) finance team is seeking a motivated finance professional to join our large DOD/FMS Aegis Production and DBR Support portfolio as a Principal Financial Analyst (P3). This portfolio is composed of DOD/FMS contracts varying in size with the U.S. Navy. In this role, you will support financial operations, team training, contract negotiations, and collaboration and relationship building with internal and external customers. 

The ideal candidate for this role will be an excellent communicator with a strong desire to learn while being challenged. Competitive applicants must have the ability to think on their feet, make decisions in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities and interact with various levels of management. This position will provide an opportunity to improve skills in financial planning, PRISM, estimates at complete and variance analysis, and internal and external communication and apply them to existing and future pursuits. 

This position is currently designated as fully remote. However, the successful candidate will be required to work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. Territories).

What You Will Do

• Quarterly Development of Estimate at Completion (EACs).
• Interfacing with Control Account Managers, Program Management, the Integrated Product Leadership Team, and ensuring compliance with financial policies.
• Analysis of program performance, utilization of PRISM tools, assisting with initial baseline for new awards.
• Support review and forecast of Bookings, Sales, Earnings and Cash forecast to Financial Planning.
• Summary contract level inputs and updates to Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
• Contribute to cross-functional teams with an emphasis on financial implications of team decisions and ensure finance team knowledge of program decisions.
• Develop, utilize, and disseminate process improvement and tool improvement opportunities to enhance analytical opportunities for the entire finance team.
• Ad-hoc request support in a fast-paced environment (RFI's, UCA proposal support) Provide weekly and monthly cost and performance monitoring and reports inclusive of monthly Earned Value reporting, & development of monthly LREs/quarterly EAC's & required CDRLs/eCraft.
• Support PMs/IPTLs with ad hoc analysis in support of variance reporting.
• Complete monthly CDRLs with a quick turnaround time in order to meet IPMDAR reporting requirements.
• Assist PM with preparation and presentation at weekly, biweekly, monthly and quarterly reviews with NSS and Naval Power Leadership as well as the Navy Customer.
• Provide financial leadership to multi-functional teams and key partners to ensure successful execution of the Technology Insertion contracts.
• Frequent interaction with various functions and multiple levels of the organization will be needed, so the successful candidate must possess strong presentation, communication, and professional skills.
• Management of Engineer Services contracts to include NWA management, Bill Code analysis, IOTs and unbilled cost reports.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Math, Finance, Accounting or a directly related discipline or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Experience using SAP (APEX, PRISM, and/or BW/AO), RTN PMX or similar financial systems.
• Experience with EVMS, Program Controls (Cost/Schedule) and/or EAC Process.
• EVMS Certification or achieve EVMS Certification within 6 months of hiring.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A dedicated and positive attitude with the ability to meet critical deadlines and develop reports to drive solutions and continued process improvements.
• Advanced Excel Skills/Pivot tables.
• Negotiation support experience.
• DoD Industry experience.

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 is not available for this role.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
• Remote: This position currently is designated as remote. Employees who are working in remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home) but may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. The successful candidate for this role will be required to reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. territories).

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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