Project Controls Analyst Jobs in California
Project Controls Analyst jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in infrastructure, defense, energy, aerospace, and large-scale construction across a seniority range from entry-level coordinators through senior program analysts. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where employers such as Bechtel, AECOM, and Northrop Grumman maintain significant California operations. Earned value management, schedule analysis, and cost forecasting are the most in-demand specialties in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Date Posted:
2026-10-01Country:
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Not RequiredAt 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 Vision Systems (RVS) is part of the Advanced Products and Solutions (APS) portfolio. RVS is seeking an early-career finance professional to support program finance activities, including internal and external financial reporting, proposal development, Estimate at Completion (EAC) development, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) activities.
The position will support program and functional organizations with financial reporting, forecasting, analysis, and presentation of financial information.
What You Will Do:
- Prepare weekly and monthly program financial reports and customer financial deliverables.
- Prepare monthly sales, profit, and cash forecasts.
- Develop quarterly Estimates at Completion (EACs), including costs, risks, and opportunities.
- Perform financial analysis of variances between the budget baseline and EAC.
- Develop and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) in APEX/SAP.
- Prepare budgets and monthly Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting.
- Support preparation of cost estimates for new business proposals.
- Assist Estimating and Program Analysts with development of basis-of-estimate rationale.
- Coordinate with program stakeholders regarding financial requirements, reporting, forecasting, and financial objectives.
- Support internal and external financial reporting activities.
- Prepare financial information and analysis for program and functional organizations.
- Support multiple financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis activities with established deadlines.
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and less than a minimum of 2 years of experience.
- Experience working independently and in a team environment.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word for financial analysis, reporting, and presentations.
- Experience preparing written and verbal financial communications.
- U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Experience using SAP and APEX.
- Experience with Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
- Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting.
- Experience with financial forecasting, including sales, profit, and cash.
- Experience with Estimate at Completion (EAC) development.
- Experience performing budget and EAC variance analysis.
- Experience supporting proposal cost estimates and basis-of-estimate development.
- Experience preparing and presenting financial information to management, customers, or program teams.
- Experience managing multiple financial activities with established deadlines.
- Experience identifying financial variances and developing supporting analysis.
- Experience with Raytheon or RTX financial systems, processes, projects, or programs.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controls analyst jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project for schedule development and tracking
- Experience applying earned value management principles on large capital or government programs
- Familiarity with California Department of Transportation or federal agency reporting requirements
- PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional or PMI-SP certification preferred by major contractors
- Strong cost forecasting and variance analysis skills supporting multi-million-dollar project budgets
Project Controls Analyst Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project controls analyst in California?
Most project controls analyst roles in California require a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or a related field. California does not issue a state license specifically for project controls, so hiring decisions center on industry certifications such as the PMI-SP or AACE International's Planning and Scheduling Professional credential. Building proficiency in Primavera P6 and earning value management training through AACE or PMI chapters in California significantly strengthens a candidate's profile.
How much do project controls analysts make in California?
Project controls analysts in California earn a median of about $120,910 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,180 for the lowest 10% to over $188,560 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project controls analysts in California?
Employers hiring project controls analysts in California right now include ENTRUST Solutions, Intuitive (Intuitive Surgical), and Raytheon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's concentration of defense contractors, infrastructure agencies, and large engineering firms creates consistent demand for project controls professionals at multiple levels.
Which California cities have the most project controls analyst jobs?
Oakland, Sunnyvale, and Sacramento lead California for project controls analyst openings. Los Angeles anchors the market through its aerospace and defense contractors and major public infrastructure programs, San Francisco draws demand from large technology and transit capital projects, and San Diego's concentration of Navy and defense-related work sustains steady hiring outside those two larger metros.
Are there remote project controls analyst jobs in California?
Yes, and more than many technical fields. About 57% of project controls analyst openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the desk-based and data-intensive nature of much of the work. Cost engineering, schedule analysis, and reporting functions are the most commonly offered in remote or hybrid arrangements, while on-site field roles at active construction projects remain largely in-person.
How can I get hired as a project controls analyst in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project coordinator or project engineer assistant role with a large California contractor such as Bechtel, Turner Construction, or AECOM, which regularly bring on early-career candidates into structured support roles. Community college construction management programs across California, particularly at schools partnered with local contractors, can supplement a four-year degree. Earning an AACE student membership and completing its online scheduling fundamentals course gives candidates a concrete credential that larger California employers recognize when reviewing entry-level applications.
Where can I find and apply to project controls analyst jobs in California?
You can find and apply to project controls analyst jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.
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