Principal Specialist, Program Cost Controls

RTX • Indianapolis, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Typically will have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics, or related discipline and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and a minimum of 3 years of applicable experience.
• Experience supporting program cost and schedule management activities, including the preparation and maintenance of Estimate at Completion (EAC) and the application of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) in accordance with contractual or organizational requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, including the use of Excel formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools to prepare financial reports, forecasts, and presentation materials.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access the financial management system due to government contractual requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting process improvement initiatives and maintaining data accuracy in financial planning and reporting activities.
• Experience analyzing financial and program data to support problem resolution and informed decision-making.
• Experience preparing and delivering business communications, including written reports and verbal presentations to program or financial stakeholders.
• Experience using SAP/APEX, Excel Analysis for Office (AO), Power Query, or comparable enterprise financial and data analysis systems.
• Experience utilizing the Program Management (PMX) Tool Suite and EDIT+ for program financial tracking and reporting.
• Experience supporting financial planning and analysis activities, including tracking and reporting of Bookings, Sales, Earnings, and Cash.
• Experience supporting EVMS implementation, including preparation of cost and schedule performance reports.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as applied to government contracting.
• Experience supporting financial or program activities within a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) contracting environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports, including detailed variance analysis.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), including variance analysis and the development of quarterly Estimate at Completion (EAC) and monthly Latest Revised Estimate (LRE).
• Assist with the monthly forecasting process for bookings, sales, earnings, and cash by coordinating updates with program stakeholders and maintaining data in RPlan.
• Provide financial data and analysis for monthly Program Management Reviews (PMRs) to support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, offering insights into the financial implications of business and program decisions.
• Respond to ad hoc financial analysis and data requests as needed.

Benefits

• 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