Cost Estimator - Aerospace & Defense

Job TitleAt 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 DoAccounting data extraction and reconciliations, including labor and cost transfer submittalsMonitoring costs and personnel charging to ensure actuals are within budget and charged to the correct end objectiveSupport supply-chain management in financial controls of subcontracts and material procurement forecastingTime-phased budgeting, cost control and variance analysis, internal/external reporting, and risk/opportunity managementSupport finance management with pre-close and month-end forecast updates, maintain risk and opportunity portfolio, and generate variance analysis reportsDevelopment of quarterly EACs and monthly Latest Revised Estimate (LRE) dataAssist Program Management in developing and presenting financial program management review slidesUnderstand and perform analysis on the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Forecast, and Short/Long Range OutlookDevelopment of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and other project setup tasksPreparation of Work Authorization DocumentsVarious other ad hoc requestsQualifications You Must HaveTypically requires a Bachelor's and a minimum of 2 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related fieldExperience with Microsoft OfficeExperience with financial principles, including forecasting, budgeting and/or variance analysisThe 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.Qualifications We PreferExperience with SAP, APEX, BW, PRISM, RPlan and/or Analysis for ExcelFinancial experience in the aerospace/defense industryExperience in applying Earned Value Management (EVM) and/or Estimates at Completion (EACs)Experience in developing monthly financial Contract Data Requirements List (CDRLs)Experience in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)In depth understanding of color of money policy, accounting principlesExcellent written and verbal communication with good presentation skillsStrong interpersonal skills and teamworkDemonstrated ability to be proactive, creative, and innovative and use critical and strategic thinkingSound analytical, problem identification, and problem-solving skillsBroad understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)What We OfferOur 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.The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.