Finance Principal Specialist

Date Posted:

2026-09-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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 RTX, the world's 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.

About Us:

At Raytheon Missiles & Defense, you have the opportunity to try new things and make a bigger difference across a broader end-to-end solution, a richer technology and product set, an expanded range of disciplines, a growing global footprint and a growing team of colleagues and customers.

Job Summary:

The Engineering Finance Team is looking for a highly motivated Finance Principal Specialist to support the Raytheon IRAD Team. This role will provide financial planning, analysis and oversight of the Raytheon Engineering IRAD Multi-million dollar portfolio. Primary responsibilities will include working with project managers and key stakeholders to identify and accurately forecast Engineering IRAD efforts that span all SBUs/Mission Areas/Directorates. Other responsibilities include financial forecasting, providing variance analysis, validating financial accuracy and trends, preparation of financial reporting, and support of tactical and strategic meetings with business leadership. Working with the Engineering Execution Lead, the individual will help lead the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long-Range Plan (LRP) preparation and presentation. In addition, this position requires wide-ranging financial support and analysis across Engineering, FP&A and the SBUs regarding project health & prioritization, manpower forecasting, process improvement and overall management of business-related tasks. This role also includes APEX EVMS reporting for projects that meet internal policy thresholds. The successful candidate will partner with the Engineering Execution Lead, Project Leads, and FP&A leads to ensure that the team is aligned, accountable and compliant throughout the IRAD process. This role is a P3 Principal FP&A Specialist and will report to the Engineering IRAD Business Manager.

What You Will Do

• Supporting all aspects of financial analysis and control 

• Partner with the IRAD Manager, Project Leads, and Mission Area FP&A leads providing the team with insight and solutions to better drive the business and program needs

• Management of most aspects of program financial support including earned value, compliance, risk and opportunity assessment, LRE/EAC creation and material reporting. 

• Serve as the primary Finance point of contact for Engineering Capital Manager

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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

• Working experience with SAP and/or APEX and/or PRISM and/or similar financial system

• Working experience using Microsoft Office Tools

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or other applicable field.

• Ability to work with teams to identify opportunities for and implement process improvements

• Working knowledge of  the EAC process

• Knowledge of material reporting and analysis

• Program financial management

• Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and communicate sometimes complex financial scenarios

• Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams

• Strong analytical and presentation skills

• Strong written and verbal Communication Skills

Learn More & Apply Now

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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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