Program Cost Controls Lead

Position: Financial Program Controls Analyst – Naval Standard Missile Systems (NSMS) program, SM-6 Production team, located in Tucson, AZ (on‑site with case‑by‑case remote work). Salary range: $107,500 – $204,500 USD. Overview Report to the Program Management Team and play a key role in forecasting, risk identification, and financial planning for a major production contract. What You Will Do Operate independently and exercise sound judgment in forecasting, risk identification, and financial planning. Provide thorough cost and schedule analysis. Coordinate development of quarterly Estimate‑at‑Completion (EAC). Provide financial guidance and solutions to Program Team and Leads. Prepare finance charts for Program Management Reviews, monthly operating reviews, financial overviews and other reporting activities. Maintain cost, schedule, and financial analysis/reporting using standard company tools. Implement and maintain Earned Value Management. Contribute to the development and delivery of Contract Data Requirement Lists (CDRLs). Establish and maintain program logs (Work Authorization, Contract Modification Log, R&O). What You Will Learn Shape financial execution strategy during major production contract phases within a mature defense portfolio. Advanced forecasting and EAC methodologies across a complex, multi‑year production environment. Integrate technology refresh and obsolescence mitigation into production baselines. Long‑lead material planning and funding strategy with Supply Chain and Operations. Executive‑level communication of program financial performance and risk posture. Cross‑functional influence within a matrixed organization supporting large‑scale defense production. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business, or equivalent experience and at least 8 years of relevant experience (or advanced degree with at least 5 years). Experience interfacing and conducting business with functional disciplines (Contracts, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain) in program development and execution. Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Advanced Excel skills with Power Query. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance (DoD Secret). Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to meet critical deadlines and work in a team environment. Excellent communication skills – verbal and written – effective at all management levels. Proactive, creative, innovative with critical and strategic thinking. Benefits & Additional Info Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates. Comprehensive total rewards package (compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, work/life benefits). Parental leave (including paternal), flexible work schedules, educational assistance, backup care. Equal Opportunity Employer statement: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Prattwhitney