Manager, Program Cost Controls - AIM-9X Development

RTX•Tucson, AZ

9d•$107,500 - $204,500•Onsite

About The Position

The AIM‑9X Development Program Finance Team, within the Naval Air Missiles Mission Area, has an immediate need for a Business Manager supporting the AIM‑9X Development portfolio. This portfolio encompasses a variety of development contracts critical to the program’s continued evolution and alignment with warfighter needs. The Business Manager is an integral part of the AIM‑9X Finance leadership team and will oversee all aspects of Business Finance execution activities, including Program Cost Controls, Proposals, Financial Planning and Analysis, Estimates at Completion (EACs), and overall financial management of the assigned programs. The selected individual must be an excellent communicator with a strong desire to learn while being aggressively challenged. Competitive applicants must have the ability to think on their feet, provide accurate and insightful management analysis with recommendations, manage competing priorities, and interact with various levels of leadership including Program Directors, Program Managers, and cross‑functional partners to ensure alignment on strategy, operations, and financial objectives.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
Experience with data analysis and/or reporting.
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVMS), Estimates at Completion (EACs), or Financial Planning and Analysis.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience with proposals.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Experience interfacing with senior‑level management and customers, including formal presentations.
Ability to think quickly, make decisions in a fast‑paced environment, and manage competing priorities.
Ability to identify issues and implement corrective action plans with positive results.
Ability to work across functions collaboratively on gate reviews, contract modification negotiations, financial reporting, and EACs.
Continuous improvement mindset with high attention to detail and accuracy
Demonstrated ability to meet critical deadlines and develop process improvements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of financial analysts by providing support, mentorship, and training.
Oversee earned value management and analyze program performance ensuring compliance with internal EVM policy and 10255.
Develop quarterly Estimates at Completion (EACs).
Interface with the Program Management Office and Integrated Product.
Leadership Team to ensure financial policy compliance.
Support monthly pre‑close and month‑end close activities including risk and opportunity management.
Support development of program‑level inputs for Monthly Forecasts, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and Long Range Plan (LRP) objectives.
Meet critical deadlines while managing multiple conflicting priorities.
Apply strong analytical abilities to quickly interpret data and support informed business decisions.
Prepare finance charts for Program Business Reviews, financial overviews, and other reporting needs.
Participate in key leadership strategy reviews.
Support program startup and baseline establishment activities.