Principal Specialist, Program Cost Controls

RTX • McKinney, TX

7d • 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 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 Principal Specialist Program Controls Analyst will support the IA&N (International Army & Navy) production and sustainment programs within the EO/IR Solutions (EOIRS) product line of the Advanced Products and Solutions (APS) business with financial cost review, financial reporting, presentations and other strategic analysis. Primary responsibilities include partnering with the Program Manager and Cost Account Managers/ Integrated Product Team Leads (CAMs/IPTLs) to provide personal involvement in the successful proposal and implementation of multiple contracts. You will ensure that all required financial inputs (including reporting) are reviewed, analyzed and submitted on time. This position is currently designated as Onsite. However, the successful candidate will be required to work onsite from one of the following Raytheon locations: McKinney TX or Tucson AZ.

Requirements

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Experience analyzing and reporting data and information necessary to ensure program performance.
• Experience preparing and reviewing with skills such as Estimates at Completion (EACs) and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience with tools such as SAP suite including APEX, PRISM, RPlan and AO Reporting.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems or sites.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and influence in a matrix organization.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team; self-motivated
• Ability to mentor junior analysts.
• Ability to be adaptive and experience with change management.
• Proactive with demonstrated ability to creatively problem solve.
• Understanding of Raytheon Technologies financial and accounting policies and procedures .
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, mathematical & critical thinking skills and accuracy in reporting
• Good written and verbal skills, including demonstrated ability to present complex information to all levels of management including Finance and Program Leadership team
• Ability to meet critical deadlines and develop applied solutions and process improvements
• Excellent computer skills, which include a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel functions (Pivot tables, lookups, etc.)
• Exposure to complex, fast paced & mixed portfolio business through contract type and life cycle of program
• Exposure to cash/billings

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include variance analysis, data reviewing and reporting, Earned Value (EV), Estimate-at-Completion (EAC) development, and latest revised estimate (LRE) development.
• You will also be responsible for providing the internal financial planning (e.g., bookings, sales, profit and cash forecasting and analysis) and billings as well as proactive management of contract funding.
• Program start up and implementation support inclusive of contract modification processing, project setup, and NWA management
• In addition, this position is responsible for actively identifying risks that affect cost and/or schedule and providing proactive analysis of all financial aspects of the projects.
• You will also be responsible for assisting in any proposal activity, such as creating BOEs and gate packages.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees