RTX
aerospace and defense
ProgramCostControlsManager(M4)
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“Program Cost Controls Manager (M4) at RTX. Skills: Financial Management, Program Controls, FP&A, EVMS, Forecasting. Lead the financial management & oversight of a portfolio of contracts. Partner with the portfolio finance director, Program Management, & Functional key team members to ensure flawless program implementation through cost & schedule control and EVMS compliance”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure flawless program implementation through cost & schedule control and EVMS compliance; Drive the portfolios’ FP&A cadence; Oversee NBI and capture budget planning and cost management; Develop business cases to guide investment decisions; Enhance value for all stakeholders; Meet internal & external deliveries with flawless work product; Provide predictable financial forecasts; Encourage the best outcome for the business; Evaluate and improve internal controls, tools and processes
Industry & Context.
Tactical thinking; Develop and apply solutions and process improvements; Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills with attention to detail; Experience recognizing process shortfalls and successfully implementing positive change
Active and transferable U. S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, U. S. citizenship is required, 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
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelors degree Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics and 8 years applicable work experience in Financial Management/Leadership; OR an advanced degree and 5 years of applicable work experience in Financial Management//Leadership, Experience in Financial Planning and Program Controls, Active and transferable U. S. government issued secret security clearance is required prior to start date, U. S. citizenship is required, as only U. S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Nice to Have
Experience implementing Earned Value Management, delivering IPMDAR (Integrated Program Management Data Analysis Report) & CSDR (Cost & Software Data Reporting), Able to meet critical deadlines and develop and apply solutions and process improvements, Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills with attention to detail, Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with all levels of administration both verbally and in written form, framing and interpreting issues for Senior Management, Comfortable in a highly visible organizing, preparing, and presenting briefings to customers, administration and peers, Experience recognizing process shortfalls and successfully implementing positive change
What You'll Do.
Lead the financial management & oversight of a portfolio of contracts
Partner with the portfolio finance director
& Functional key team members to ensure flawless program implementation through cost & schedule control and EVMS compliance
Drive the portfolios’ FP&A cadence
Oversee NBI and capture budget planning and cost management
Participate in multiple proposals and develop business cases to guide investment decisions
Provide key recommendations to senior key team members based on analysis that enhances value for all stakeholders
Implement and maintain EVMS being innovative in implementation of RMD practices
policies & standards to meet customer requirements with minimal tools support due to limited program access
Develop monthly forecasts
AOP & LRP in partnership with functional partners
providing tactical support of forecasts and plans using various financial tools
Meet internal & external deliveries with flawless work product
providing predictable financial forecasts
briefing program & finance key team members in advance of resolution making
providing financial strategies in proposals & contract negotiations
Finance delegate for proposals
and heading up strategic discussions with the program regarding discussing fee and favorable criteria to drive a fair assessment of Raytheon’s work to encourage the best outcome for the business
Evaluate and improve internal controls
Lead and develop a team of 3-4 program control analysts
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with the portfolio finance director, Program Management, & Functional key team members; Collaborate effectively with all levels of administration both verbally and in written form; Prepare and present briefings to customers, administration and peers
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills are required; Ability to effectively interact with multiple layers of leadership within the organization; Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with all levels of administration both verbally and in written form, framing and interpreting issues for Senior Management; Comfortable in a highly visible organizing, preparing, and presenting briefings to customers, administration and peers
Process & Methodology
Program Controls, EVMS compliance, Gate reviews
Full Job Description
**Date Posted:** 2026-05-13 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** US-AZ-TUCSON-807A ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807A **Position Role Type:** Onsite **U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: ** Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance **Security Clearance Type:** Secret - Current **Security Clearance Status:** Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 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. The Advanced Effectors and Space Finance team within the Advanced Technology (AT) Strategic Business Unit is looking for a highly motivated finance professional to help lead the financial management & oversight of a portfolio of contracts. You will partner with the portfolio finance director, Program Management, & Functional key team members to ensure flawless program implementation through cost & schedule control and EVMS compliance. You will also be responsible for driving the portfolios’ FP&A cadence, as well as oversee NBI and capture budget planning and cost management. What sets this role apart from others is a broad portfolio
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