About this role

Date Posted:
2026-10-28


Country:
United States of America


Location:
US-PR-SANTA ISABEL-B2 ~ Felicia Industrial Park - St B2 ~ BLDG 2


Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Security Clearance:
None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Principal Specialist, Finance Partner, to support financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making across our business operations. As a Principal Specialist, Finance Partner, you will lead financial analysis, develop forecasts and financial models, evaluate business performance, and provide data-driven insights to support budgeting, cost management, pricing strategies, and long-term business objectives. You will play a key role in translating financial data into actionable recommendations that strengthen business performance, improve operational efficiency, and support informed decision-making.

In this individual contributor role, you will partner with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, supply chain, programs, engineering, and sales, to align financial strategies with business priorities and organizational goals.

Your mission: Deliver strategic financial insights by analyzing business performance, identifying opportunities for improvement, strengthening financial planning processes, and enabling data-driven decisions that drive growth, cost competitiveness, and operational excellence.

Join us in shaping the future of aerospace through financial leadership, strategic partnership, and innovation!

This position is based at our Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.

What You Will Do:

- Conduct economic research and analyze financial data, including rates of return, depreciation, investment performance, and key financial indicators, to support business planning and decision-making.
- Review and analyze profit-and-loss statements, financial reports, and performance metrics to identify trends, assess results, and recommend actions to improve profitability and cost management.
- Develop and maintain financial forecasts, budgets, and financial models across sales, finance, operations, supply chain, programs, engineering, and other business functions.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate business performance, provide financial insights, and support strategic and operational initiatives.
- Research economic trends, market conditions, and business developments to identify risks and opportunities and support long-term financial planning.
- Develop financial models and what-if scenarios to evaluate business decisions, including new product development, market opportunities, investments, and pricing strategies.
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support pricing decisions, sales initiatives, cost reduction opportunities, Capex and Opex investments and business growth.
- Analyze cost structures, financial variances, and operating results to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, cost management, and overall financial performance.
- Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights and recommendations for business partners and leadership to support informed decision-making.
- Develop, maintain, and improve financial reporting systems, analytical tools, and processes to enhance data accuracy, reporting efficiency, financial controls, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications You Must Have:

- Bachelor’s degree in finance or a related field, with a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience.
- Demonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

- Previous experience working in the aerospace or defense industry, preferably in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or business performance analysis.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, with experience analyzing financial data and presenting results effectively.
- Experience working in a cross-functional or multi-responsibility organization, partnering with finance and non-finance stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
- Experience with financial reporting systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, financial modeling, variance analysis, and cost management.
- Analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information, identify improvement opportunities, and develop actionable recommendations.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
- Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions
- And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get on board the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection between Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day!

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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