Principal Analyst, Program Controls (SM-3)

RTX • Forest, MS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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 boldness. 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 SM-3 IB Production portfolio is seeking an experienced program controls analyst to support an anticipated large-scale, multi-year production contract. This role will own cost, schedule, and Earned Value execution for assigned program scope and partner closely with Program Management to sustain strong cost and schedule performance throughout the contract lifecycle. The position will support early contract planning activities including 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 onsite from one of the following Raytheon locations: Portsmouth, RI, Tucson, AZ, McKinney TX, Andover, MA, Marlborough, DC, Aurora, CO, Dulles, VA, Forest, MS, Tewksbury, MA, or Indianapolis, IN. Relocation benefits not offered.

Requirements

• 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 US security clearance.
• US citizenship is required as only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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).
• Guiding efforts for effective completion of Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), and Internal Surveillance Reviews (ISRs).
• Establish and maintain program logs (Work Authorization, Contract Mod Log, R&Os).

Benefits

• 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 is available provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements.
• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level