Program Cost Controls Lead

Date Posted:

2026-10-05

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-H01 ~ 6380 Hollister Ave ~ BLDG H01

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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

What You Will Do:

• Perform financial forecasting, risk and opportunity analysis, and financial planning activities.
• Perform cost and schedule analysis.
• Coordinate quarterly Estimate at Completion (EAC) development.
• Provide financial analysis and information to Program Management and program functional leads.
• Prepare financial charts and reports for Program Management Reviews, monthly operating reviews, financial overviews, and other reporting requirements.
• Perform cost, schedule, financial analysis, reporting, and funding planning using company financial systems, tools, and processes.
• Implement and maintain Earned Value Management (EVM) processes and reporting.
• Support the development and delivery of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs).
• Establish and maintain program financial and contractual logs, including Work Authorization, Contract Modification Log, and Risks and Opportunities (R&O).
• Coordinate with Contracts, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Finance regarding program financial requirements and deliverables.
• Analyze program financial and schedule data and communicate variances, risks, and opportunities to applicable stakeholders.

 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent experience and a  minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working with cross-functional organizations, including Contracts, Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain, in program development and execution.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a U.S. government security clearance.

 

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience using SAP financial systems and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience with manufacturing and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) processes in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements.
• Experience with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience analyzing financial, cost, and schedule data and developing corrective actions based on identified variances.
• Experience managing multiple financial activities and reporting requirements with established deadlines.
• Experience identifying and implementing financial process improvements.
• Experience communicating financial information to management and cross-functional organizations.
• Experience working independently on assigned financial activities and deliverables.
• Experience organizing and maintaining program financial records and documentation.
• Prior Program Controls experience.

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• 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.
• Clearance Information: Clearance Information: This position requires security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:  https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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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