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Digital Technologies (DT) - Finance Director - M7 - (Hybrid)

Raytheon, Mckinney, TX, United States


Digital Technology Finance Director

The Digital Technology (DT) Finance Director is a strategic position that serves as a critical business partner, influencing DT strategy and execution. This position provides financial leadership and oversight of the DT functional organization for a $430M overhead budget, a $692M ES Brochure, $85M in capital, and 6 Direct Pools. This is a vital role that requires working across directorates and functions and can demonstrate the ability to influence others through ambiguity. Must drive effective forecasting, including quarterly EACs, AOP, and LRP. This role involves evaluating potential investments, operational strategies, and other financial opportunities to ensure they align with the organizational strategic goals. Effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders are essential to aligning financial strategies with overall business objectives and maintaining financial credibility, particularly because this role is a significant driver of Raytheon's indirect budget and expenses. The duties and responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the management and oversight of the following: Lead financial strategy, planning, and operational oversight for the DT functional organization, serving as a critical business partner to DT leadership and adjacent directorates Manage and govern a ~$430M overhead budget, ~$690M ES Brochure, ~$85M Capital, and 6 direct pools; ensure accurate allocation, rate integrity, and alignment to strategic priorities Lead the quarterly Estimate at Completion (EAC) process, annual operating plan (AOP), and long-range plan (LRP), delivering timely, high-quality forecasts and variance analyses that inform decision making Assess potential investments, technology initiatives, and operational options using robust financial models (NPV/IRR, sensitivity/scenario analysis) to prioritize funding and ensure returns align with strategic goals Work across directorates and functions to synthesize incomplete data, frame trade-offs, and influence outcomes; drive clarity and action in fluid, evolving environments Shape the indirect budget and expense profile for Raytheon's DT footprint; partner with controllership and functional leaders to set rates, monitor absorption, and mitigate cost risk Lead capital planning and portfolio governance for DT (Capex and OPEX), including business case rigor, prioritization, approval forums, and post-investment performance tracking Establish and track cost productivity targets; identify levers for efficiency and drive corrective actions on variances Ensure adherence to company policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements; uphold financial credibility with transparent assumptions, disciplined documentation, and high data integrity Deliver clear, concise, and actionable financial narratives to senior stakeholders; prepare materials for monthly/quarterly business reviews, investment councils, and executive forums Lead and develop a high-performing finance team; set objectives, build capabilities (forecasting discipline, analytics, digital tools), and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement Supports ad-hoc Company projects and finance transformation initiatives Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years experience. Position requires business knowledge, general management, and leadership capability to lead business functional teams Qualifications We Prefer Comfortable executing under the pressures of a highly active business environment Problem-solving approach to tasks with an eye toward continuous improvement (and other CORE principles) Strong analytical and organizational skills Deep analytical experience using Excel or similar programs to parse large amounts of data into meaningful results Great interpersonal skills to be an effective business partner and team player Results-oriented and have the ability to drive teams to completion to achieve deadlines Demonstrated effectiveness in working across functions, organizations, and all levels of management 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.