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NSMS Munitions Acceleration - Principal Program Cost Controls Analyst

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Hybrid
Aurora, CO, USA
87K-165K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Aurora, CO, USA
87K-165K Annually
Senior level
Supports financial planning and cost controls for a defense production program. Responsibilities include forecasting, risk identification, cost and schedule analysis, quarterly Estimate-at-Completion development, earned value management, funding planning, financial reporting, program reviews, Contract Data Requirement Lists, and maintenance of program logs. The role partners with program leadership, Contracts, Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams while shaping financial execution strategy for a new production phase.
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Date Posted:

2026-09-01

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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 Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world 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.

At RTX, the world 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 Naval Shipboard Portfolio has an immediate opening for a Financial Program Controls Analyst on the Naval Standard Missile Systems (NSMS) program within the newly created Growth organization. This role directly supports the new Munitions Acceleration contract and related efforts. This position provides a tremendous growth opportunity for an ambitious individual to partner with the program leadership team, which includes Program Managers, technical leads, and functional support. In addition, you will provide the opportunity to increase exposure to multiple facets of finance and the overall organization.

The position will support early contract planning activities including management of a large internal investment, technology refresh efforts, obsolescence mitigation strategy, long-lead material planning, and baseline development for the upcoming contract period. This is an opportunity to influence financial execution strategy at the outset of a new production phase while building upon an established record of performance.

This position is currently designated as Hybrid. The successful candidate will be required to work from one of the following Raytheon locations with occasional travel to our Tucson location: Tucson AZ, Huntsville, AL, Aurora, CO, Indianapolis, IN, Forest, MS, McKinney, TX or Tewksbury, MA.

What You Will Do 

  • The selected candidate will operate with independence and exercise sound judgment in forecasting, risk identification, and financial planning.

  • Provide thorough cost and schedule analysis.

  • Coordinate the development of quarterly Estimate-at-Completion (EAC).

  • Provide financial guidance and solutions to Program Team and Leads.

  • Prepare finance charts for Program Management Reviews, monthly operating reviews, financial overviews and other reporting activities as required.

  • Provide cost, schedule, financial analysis/reporting, funding planning, maintenance utilizing standard company tools and processes.

  • Implementation and Maintenance of Earned Value Management.

  • Provide financial guidance and solutions to Program Team and Leads.

  • Contribute to the development and delivery of Contract Data Requirement Lists (CDRLs).

  • Establish and maintain program logs (Work Authorization, Contract Mod Log, R&Os).

What You Will Learn

  • How to shape financial execution strategy at the outset of a major production contract phase within a mature defense portfolio.

  • Advanced forecasting and EAC methodologies across a complex, multi-year production environment.

  • Integration of technology refresh and obsolescence mitigation into established production baselines.

  • Long-lead material planning and funding strategy in coordination with Supply Chain and Operations.

  • Executive-level communication of program financial performance and risk posture.

  • Cross-functional influence within a matrixed organization supporting large-scale defense production.

Qualifications You Must Have 

  • Typically requires A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business 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 is required.

  • 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).

  • 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

  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management both verbally and in written form.

  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

  • Ability to meet critical deadlines and work in team environment to provide solution and continuous process improvement.

  • Demonstrated ability to be proactive, creative, and innovative and use critical and strategic thinking.

  • Advance Excel skills including Power Query knowledge.

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 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.  

  • 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.

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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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