Principal Specialist, Program Cost Controls

Date Posted:

2025-07-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ852: RMS AP Bldg M02 1151 East Hermans Road Building M02, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ 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 Advanced Effectors & Space organization within the Advanced Technologies Strategic Business Unit has an immediate opening for a Principal Specialist, Program Cost Controls to support a portfolio of development programs within the AET &IKCA Finance team. These programs are part of a larger Enabling Technologies strategic portfolio of systems Raytheon is developing to support our country’s evolving defensive strategy. As a Principal Specialist, you will be given a growth opportunity to learn exciting new technologies while working programs that will continue Raytheon’s legacy as the premier provider of solutions to the warfighter. 

The ideal individual for this job will be an excellent communicator with a strong desire to learn new concepts, tools, and management processes. This position will provide an opportunity to develop and enhance skills with SAP APEX, PRISM, and a host of other systems within the existing Raytheon earned value management tool suite. Additionally, the position will provide an opportunity to take the lead in all facets of program controls reporting and executive level briefing.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for executing all monthly/quarterly contract deliverable items.
• Manage Inter-Organizational Transfers with partner business units ensuring proper funding levels and scope are clearly identified.
• Play integral role in generating monthly financial forecasts for the portfolio in Rplan.
• Act as a trusted partner with program leadership to provide financial analysis and guidance to ensure compliant cost collection.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics or a related field or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Experience with computer/Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Experience in organizing, preparing and/or presenting briefings to management and peers.
• Experience interpreting and analyzing large financial data sets.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued secret clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) when interfacing with all levels of the company
• Experience working in a highly matrixed organizational environment.
• Experience building relationships with various functional disciplines.
• Ability to drive change and influence beyond authority level
• Understanding of SAP and Business Warehouse .

Additional Information

• This position is grade P3, Principal Specialist, Program Cost Controls.
• 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.
• Relocation assistance is available provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements.

What We Offer

• Our values strengthen our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: 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.

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