Market Intelligence Analyst

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet.

With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary The Market Intelligence Analyst plays a critical role in delivering data-driven insights to support strategic and ongoing decision-making within GKN Aerospace’s Civil Airframes business unit. The role focuses on capturing, warehousing, and analyzing data across the aerospace sector, macroeconomic environment, competitive landscape, and customer base.

Working closely with the Market Intelligence Director and cross-functional stakeholders, the Analyst will translate this complex data into actionable insights that inform business strategy and decision making.

This is a hybrid role that will report into our Bristol Global Technology Centre.

There will be some expectation for some travel, which would be once a quarter.

What You'll Be Doing Analysis & Forecasting Conduct data analysis and manipulation of large datasets related to aerospace markets.

Develop market intelligence insights on aerospace industry trends.

Develop aircraft production forecasts.

Perform competitive intelligence analysis.

Analyze upstream industry dynamics.

Apply macroeconomic analysis techniques, including basic econometric modelling.

Monitor and analyze geopolitical developments.

Data & Systems Contribute to creation of standardized market intelligence outputs, such as dashboards, reports, and briefing materials. Develop and maintain forecast models and migrate them to BI and/or AI tools.

Business Engagement Support development of strategic narratives.

Partner with internal stakeholders.

Support the Market Intelligence Director in strategic projects and deep-dive analyses.

Coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Assist in preparing and delivering market intelligence presentations to internal leadership.

What You'll Bring Experience and Education Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field preferred.
2–5 years of experience in programmes, business development, commercial, finance, engineering, or data analytics (aerospace experience preferred).  An alternative career background will be considered.

Experience working with analytical tools (e.g., Excel, Python, R, Power BI, Tableau) required.

Knowledge Working knowledge of Large-Language-Model prompt engineering required, with strong desire to rapidly grow this skillset.

Skills & Behaviours Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.

Intellectual curiosity about aerospace markets and global economic systems.

Ability to synthesize complex information into clear insights.

Proactive and self-driven, with a strong desire to learn and grow.

Effective communicator with the ability to engage cross-functional stakeholders.

What We'll Offer Once you’re on board you’ll get the following perks and benefits:

Competitive salary dependent on experience.

Annual bonus of up to 15%
Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we'll pay 1.5x your contribution (max 12%)Life Assurance 8 x salary.
25 days holiday + bank holidays.

Flexible working hours.

Income protection.

Shopping discounts.

Cycle To Work Scheme.

Employee Assistance Programme.

Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family.

A collaborative, dynamic working environment. As well as a competitive package we’ll offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly!  We’ll support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. That’s the beauty of being part of a global business, once you’re on board you never know where you career journey may take you!

We’ll offer you fantastic…