Defense Startup Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-08-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-842 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 842

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on 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.

The Advanced Effectors and Space organization within the Advanced Technologies Strategic Business Unit is seeking a Financial Analyst to support a portfolio of development programs within the AET/IKCA Finance team.

This role supports financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and program execution throughout the program lifecycle, from contract startup through contract closeout. The position serves as a financial point of contact for assigned programs and collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to support program execution and financial reporting.

The position requires regular onsite collaboration with program teams and coordination with multiple functional organizations.

Signing bonus is available, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements. 

Relocation assistance is being offered, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements. 

What You Will Do

• Execute monthly and quarterly contract deliverables.
• Manage Inter-Organizational Transfers (IOTs) with partner business units, ensuring funding and scope are accurately documented.
• Develop and maintain monthly financial forecasts using RPlan.
• Perform financial analysis to support compliant cost collection and program execution.
• Support program startup, execution, forecasting, reporting, and contract closeout activities.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Finance, Contracts, Supply Chain, and other functional organizations.
• Prepare financial reports, analyses, and presentations for program reviews and management.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience organizing, preparing, and presenting information to management and peers.
• Experience interpreting and analyzing financial data.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, Day 1 with the ability to obtain program access after start.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience communicating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization.
• Experience collaborating with multiple functional disciplines.
• Experience supporting process improvements or organizational initiatives.
• Experience using SAP and SAP Business Warehouse (BW).

What We Offer:

• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
• Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

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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 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.

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