Principal Specialist, Program Cost Controls

Date Posted:

2025-07-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA311: Woburn MA 225 Presidential 225 Presidential Way Goddard Building 27, Woburn, MA, 01801 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 Strategic Missile Defense Business Office has an immediate Principal Program Cost Controls Analyst opportunity to provide support for SM-3 BLK IIA program efforts.  SM-3 BLK IIA is part of the Strategic Missile Defense Portfolio with yearly sales of approximately $420M per year with a secure and stable long term business forecast.  Responsibilities include management of both EVMS and LOE contracts, analysis of program performance, utilization of PRISM tools, establishing initial baseline for new awards, monthly forecasting, including tracking variances, interfacing with Cost Account Managers, support of Government audits and ensuring compliance with EAC policies. This program offers a unique opportunity to connect and collaborate with the Customer on a continuing basis.

What You Will Do

• The ideal individual for this job will be an excellent communicator with a desire to learn and be challenged, the ability to work on a range of tasks, and the ability to interact with a variety of management levels and customer counterparts. 
• In addition, professional and effective communication skills are required due to the frequent interaction with program, product line and functional leadership. 
• This position will provide an opportunity to enhance skills in PRISM, estimates at completion, variance analysis, and other metrics and tools used in support of production.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years experience
• Experience interfacing and conducting business with various functional disciplines (Contracts, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain) in program development and execution.
• Experience with MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
• Experience with SAP Business Systems (APEX, PRISM, BW) or similar tools.
• 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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience working independently and with higher levels of management.
• Ability to effectively work in a challenging and fast paced environment.
• Experience preparing contractual IPMR requirements for contractual EVMS programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, leadership and customer.
• Analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience training finance team members in tools and processes.
• Understanding of AOP and Long Range Planning, program forecasting and metrics.

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.

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,