Senior Market Research Analyst - Aerospace and Defense

At Alix Partners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, Alix Partners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices.

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Washington, D.C., Southfield, MI, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, or New York, NY

We are hiring a motivated Business Intelligence expert to join the global Business Intelligence (BIC) team to support our Global Aerospace and Defense, Aviation Industry Practice. The BIC Team provides insight and analysis through research, market and competitor intelligence, pitch support, prospect identification and account management for our industries, communities, and geographies. Our mission is to partner with our consultants in delivering insights and analysis to support in winning new business and delivering memorable results.

The Business Intelligence Center A&D role works closely with our senior practice leaders of the Global A&D Aviation Practice and BIC Leadership Team. Industry practice covers commercial aerospace and defense OEMs, their customers and supply chain, airlines and their ecosystem, and PE investors in the A&D Aviation sector.

We are seeking candidates who have built insight and experience in the A&D, Aviation sector, either from a line position or working in academia, research, or professional services. We will consider candidates with adjacent work experience but a strong demonstrated interest in the sector. Candidates will want to work in a global, fast‑moving, dynamic team collaborating with experts in the sector.

Words used to describe the role: analytical, creative, bias towards action, innovative, proactive, attention to detail.

The Business Intelligence Senior Specialist is a full‑time role located in Washington, D.C., Southfield, MI, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, or New York, NY, and reports to the Business Intelligence Center Leadership in close partnership with Global A&D Practice Leadership. Paid relocation is not available for this position.

• Conduct research and analysis to support the A&D Aviation Industry Team business development priorities
• Anticipate and analyze the impact of changing business, economic, legal, and industry issues on companies in the sector
• Prepare insightful research on topics and trends impacting the A&D sector
• Conduct financial, situation and performance analyses and research, which includes managing resources and identifying best sources for industry data
• Ensure effective communication and coordination delivering high quality research to A&D Industry Team.
• Identify and screen new business opportunities for the A&D Aviation Team
• Identify potential prospect/target companies using a broad range of research tools,
• Improve and evolve existing screening and analysis approaches
• Provide strategic support to Business Development pursuits
• Support teams in the development of insightful proposals for new business opportunities
• Support Business Intelligence initiatives with the A&D Aviation Team, including thought pieces and studies.
• Provide support to Account Management Teams across the A&D Global Team
• Compile competitor and market intelligence to support the A&D Aviation Practice
• Additional responsibilities as identified. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties, or responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree required with preference for business/financial concentration.
• Demonstrated…