Principal Specialist, Program Controls *HYBRID*

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Tewksbury, MA, USA
In-Office
87K-165K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Industrial
The future of aerospace and defense
The Role
The Principal Program Cost Controls Analyst will manage financial planning and analysis for the program, ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management and leading quarterly Estimate at Completion reviews while influencing financial decision-making across teams.
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Date Posted:

2026-06-03

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB4 ~ 836 North St ~ INNOVATION BLDG

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 certain necessary systems.

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.

This is an opportunity to join the Patriot Engineering Services program within the United States Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Mission Area as a Principal Program Cost Controls Analyst (P3).

The successful candidate will serve as a Principal Program Cost Controls Analyst (P3), leading financial planning, analysis, and execution for the program. This role will be responsible for driving financial performance, ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management (EVM) requirements, and providing support for quarterly Estimate at Completion (EAC) reviews. The candidate will play a critical role in shaping program financial strategy, influencing decision-making, and ensuring alignment across cross-functional stakeholders.

This role is being offered in a hybrid capacity (onsite & remote) with onsite work expected in Tewksbury, MA. Relocation assistance is not being offered.

What You Will Do

  • Perform analyses and prepare reports to ensure that contracts are performed within contract agreed-upon parameters

  • Cost and schedule monitoring

  • Monthly Earned Value reporting

  • Development of quarterly EAC's

  • Perform detailed financial analysis for both total CBT and functional area level cost elements to help define and understand the monthly variances to Budget baseline and EAC positions

  • Maintain accurate records for Budget and EAC tracking to ensure adequate funding is available

  • Process approved Baseline Change Requests (BCR) and ensures all changes are incorporated into control systems

  • Utilize & share knowledge of the RTN Earned Value Management system process 10255 policy within the program team

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires a BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field of study & a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience; OR an Advanced degree & a minimum of 3 years prior relevant experience

  • Experienced user of SAP (APEX and/or Prism), RTN PMX, or similar system

  • Experience with Program Controls (Cost/Schedule), forecasting, budgeting and/or variance analysis

  • Experience with the Microsoft Office Tool Suite, particularly with Excel

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Program start-up/baselining experience

  • Strong technical knowledge of finance and program control, strong problem solving skills and have good communication skills

  • EVMS experience, or Earned Value Certification

  • Excellent attention to detail

  • Demonstrated ability to meet critical deadlines

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. 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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. 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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Skills Required

  • BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field
  • 5 years prior relevant experience or 3 years with an advanced degree
  • Experienced user of SAP (APEX and/or Prism), RTN PMX, or similar system
  • Experience with Program Controls (Cost/Schedule), forecasting, budgeting and/or variance analysis
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

RTX Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RTX and has not been reviewed or approved by RTX.

  • Healthcare Strength Company materials highlight comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options with HSA‑eligible plans and company HSA contributions where applicable, alongside wellness incentives. This depth is presented as part of a broad, competitive package.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching and, in some business units, an additional age‑based retirement contribution, supported by a unified RTX Savings Plan structure. These features signal a competitive total retirement offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time‑off and flexibility options include paid time off, family leave, and alternative schedules such as 9/80 in many roles. These options are highlighted as valued work–life balance features.

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The Company
HQ: Waltham, MA
185,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

With more than 185,000 global employees, RTX pushes the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges.

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