PATRIOT - Principal Program Cost Controls - P3 - (Remote)

Overview

This role is for a Principal Program Cost Controls Analyst (P3) within the Operations, Supply Chain & Quality (OSQ) Finance team supporting a major defense program focused on radar systems. The position involves leading financial planning, analysis, and execution for the program, managing a team of analysts, and ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management (EVM) requirements. The analyst will provide strategic financial insights to program and functional leadership and influence decision-making across cross-functional stakeholders.

This is a fully remote position based in the United States (any of the 50 states, excluding U.S. Territories). U.S. citizenship is required due to program access restrictions. No security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed financial analysis at both total program and product-level cost elements to identify and explain monthly and quarterly variances from budget and Estimate at Completion (EAC) positions.
• Maintain accurate Budget and EAC tracking records using Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) to ensure adequate funding.
• Support cost estimate preparation for new business proposals and assist estimating and program analysts in developing basis of estimates.
• Evaluate risks and opportunities and their impact on contract profitability.
• Support material forecasting, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and Long Range Plan (LRP), ensuring alignment of assumptions among Program Office, FP&A Finance, OSQ Function, and Factory Operations Managers.
• Develop analyses to support OSQ Monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and monthly reviews including Performance Evaluation Reviews (PER), Monthly Business Reviews (MBR), Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), and Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE).
• Respond to ad-hoc financial analysis requests.

Requirements

• University degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with at least 3 years experience.
• Proficient user of SAP (APEX and/or Prism), RTN PMX, or similar financial systems.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• U.S. citizenship is mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-starter with a positive attitude and willingness to take on challenges.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in operations finance or factory/manufacturing finance.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial information to support business portfolio decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $86,800 to $165,200 USD, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Eligibility for benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance programs, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs based on performance.
• Benefits and compensation may vary depending on business unit and collective bargaining agreements.

Location

• Remote within the United States (any of the 50 states, excluding U.S. Territories).
• Candidates residing in U.S. territories will have a different pay structure and benefits.

Additional Information

• Candidates may be required to attend certain interview steps in person at company office locations despite the remote nature of the role.
• The application window is approximately 40 days from the posting date but may be adjusted based on candidate flow and business needs.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to affirmative action for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.