Entry Level Program Management Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-07-31

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 2000 E El Segundo Blvd BLDG E01

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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.

Raytheon is seeking an entry level (P1) Finance Program Cost Controls Analyst. The Program Cost Controls Analyst will provide support to a portfolio of programs working within Program Controls discipline within the LADS SBU and Product Support (MA&S) business area.

In this position, the candidate will be exposed to and trained in many different real world business tools and resources such as the Estimate at Completion (EAC) process for Sarbanes Oxley compliance, Annual Operating Plan preparation using the Business Planning (Rplan) system. The candidate will also utilize business software packages such as SAP/APEX, and Business Warehouse to provide in-depth analysis for financial reporting of various program funding profiles, bookings, sales and earnings outlook and forecast, billing projections, and variance analysis. This position will be an integrated part of a fast-paced finance team where multitasking and personal initiative are key requirements.

This role is being offered in a hybrid capacity (onsite & remote) and is based on the needs of the business. Onsite work can be done at the El Segundo, CA location. Relocation assistance is not being provided.

What You Will Do

• Provide financial support of programs and tasks will be comprehensive from startup phase of initial proposal support and costing through mature phase of Inter-Organizational Transfer (IOT) processing, baselining and budgetary creation, sales forecasting and cost control and analysis.
• Provided challenging work assignments on both personal and team assignments that will help shape a foundation for both career and personal development within the world of Finance as well as the general world of Business.
• Receive a wide sampling and vast exposure to potential assignments within Finance and Business ranging from Program Cost and Control, Financial Planning and Analysis, to Budgets and Planning.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires Bachelor degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics or a Business related field & less than 2 years relevant experience
• Professional experience in a related finance role
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and/or PowerPoint)
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access the financial management system due to government contractual requirements

Qualifications We Prefer

• Detail oriented and well organized
• Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Willing and able to learn new systems/tools and processes
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Self-starter and takes ownership of assignments
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team setting

What We Offer

Our 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.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Hybrid : Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.

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 62,900 USD - 119,700 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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