P4 - Program Cost Controls, Sr. Principal Specialist

RTX•Tucson, AZ

2d•$107,500 - $204,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Tactical Strike Portfolio within the Strike Initiatives (SI) Sub-Strategic Business Unit (SSBU), under Raytheon – Air Space and Defense Systems has an exciting opportunity for an Integration & Development Analyst role supporting the Lot Integration & Test contract. This is a highly visible role within the Tactical Strike Finance organization as well as with the Tac Strike and SI PMO. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to join the day-to-day execution of the Integration pillar under the TS umbrella. This role is supporting the Tactical Strike Development & Growth Finance Manager and will interact with the program managers and the program Director through the monthly IPMR and bi-quarterly EAC review cycle. This role requires an individual experienced in partnering with program and functional management to meet all required commitments in the rigid Earned Value process and schedule. The candidate will require the ability to handle multiple actions simultaneously. The successful candidate will be a strategic business partner, requiring clear communication, cross-functional relationships, and collaboration with the various functional teams. The selected individual will be responsible for aspects of financial control, including review of financial forecasts, risks & opportunities, manpower reporting, EACs, funding analysis, proposal support, customer deliverables, and gate support alongside the Finance Manager.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years experience
Professional experience in a related finance role
Experience with MS Office

Nice To Haves

Broad understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
Experience in DoD or Aerospace
Experience on high visibility projects and production programs
Familiarity with RMD business systems, including SAP, BW, RPlan, PMX, EDIT+ or similar systems
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to be proactive, creative, and innovative and use critical and strategic thinking

Responsibilities

Provide thorough cost and schedule analysis
Prepare finance charts for Program Management Reviews, monthly operating reviews, financial overviews and other reporting activities as required
Coordinate development of quarterly Estimates at Complete
Prepare manpower reports to support Command and Control staffing demand reviews including working with cross function leads to identify gaps and plans to closure
Support the monthly forecast / close process
Support proposal development and program start up activities