Principal Specialist, Program Cost Controls

Posted:
3/9/2026, 10:02:38 AM

Location(s):
Arizona, United States ⋅ Tucson, Arizona, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Finance & Banking

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Date Posted:

2026-03-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At Raytheon Missiles & Defense, by combining our vast resources and investments, we are able to dedicate ourselves to solving mission-level vs. product-level customer challenges – together we can anticipate more, move faster and make a bigger impact on the big picture.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Principal Specialist, Program Cost Controls professional to join our AIM-9X program Finance team.  The AIM-9X programs falls within the Naval Power Mission Area and has annual revenue of over $500M of domestic and international business with exciting opportunities for future growth. 

What You Will Do

  • You will be responsible to partner with the production program team specifically supporting the 2nd Source Rate Capacity effort to contribute to the successful execution of contracts by providing critical financial oversight and guidance that includes quarterly Estimates at Completion (EACs) support, contract financial forecasts and manpower forecasts.
  • This is a unique experience to support contractual earned value as well as be part of a production team.  This effort is currently undefinitized so there is opportunity to be part of contract negotiations and definitization.
  • Responsibilities will also include EV reporting, cost type cash forecasting, CDRLs, and IPMRs.
  • You will employ their technical knowledge of finance and program controls, problem solving, communication and leadership skills. You will work independently as well as partner cross-functionally with their program team in a fast-paced environment. 

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Experience with Earned Value Management (EVMS).
  • Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Math or Business or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior related experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with key financial tools including SAP, BW/AO, EDIT+, & PMX.
  • ​Experience comparing actuals vs budget and explaining variances

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Experience with Estimates at Completion (EACs), Program costs & schedule tracking, proposals, and sales & rate forecasting.
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information concisely to a cross functional team.
  • Independent, self-motived, and highly organized.
  • Innovative, strategic thinker.
  • Demonstrated experience with tools such as Business Warehouse, PRISM, and Operations/Material dashboard. Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Ability to meet critical deadlines and develop applied solutions and process improvements.

What we offer

  • 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.

Learn more & apply now!

  • Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.  
  • Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
  • Location Info: Tucson, AZ : Raytheon Tucson, AZ Location

#LI-Onsite

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

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. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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RTX Corporation

Website: https://www.rtx.com/

Headquarter Location: Arlington, Virginia, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 2020

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Grant

Industries: Aerospace ⋅ Industrial ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Military ⋅ Security ⋅ Software