Innovation & Growth Analyst

Cessna Aircraft Company; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 77,300 - 116,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k) with

Job summary

Textron Systems is seeking an Innovation & Growth Analyst to drive data-informed growth decisions through market analysis, competitive intelligence, and opportunity evaluation. This mid-level role owns insight generation and frames questions, structures analyses, and delivers actionable recommendations that influence strategy, investment priorities, and business development focus areas.

The analyst will work at the intersection of strategy, market intelligence, and data analytics, partnering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in cross-functional project roles, business analytics, or information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to independently structure complex problems, conduct analysis, and deliver clear, actionable insights.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proven ability to communicate insights to senior stakeholders and influence decisions.

Responsibilities

• Own development of recurring market intelligence products (market landscapes, competitor assessments, and trend reports)
• Analyze industry dynamics, customer demand signals, and funding priorities to identify growth vectors
• Synthesize win/loss data, competitor positioning, and capability gaps into actionable insights
• Provide forward‑looking perspectives on how markets and competitors are evolving

Skills

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication with senior leaders

AI-enabled analytics awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Python

SQL

Job description

Job Number 343696

Innovation & Growth Analyst

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch, guarding soldiers, powering industries and moving people across the globe. Our customer base spans aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care, and fuel systems.

About This Role

Textron Systems is seeking an Innovation & Growth Analyst to drive data‑informed growth decisions through rigorous market analysis, competitive intelligence, and opportunity evaluation.

This is a mid‑level, analytics‑focused role with ownership of insight generation. The Analyst will independently frame questions, structure analyses, and deliver actionable recommendations that directly influence strategy, investment priorities, and business development focus areas.

This role operates at the intersection of strategy, market intelligence, and data analytics, partnering closely with Business Development, Engineering, Finance, and leadership to assess where the business should compete and how it can win.

Responsibilities

• Own development of recurring market intelligence products (market landscapes, competitor assessments, and trend reports)
• Analyze industry dynamics, customer demand signals, and funding priorities to identify growth vectors
• Synthesize win/loss data, competitor positioning, and capability gaps into actionable insights
• Provide forward‑looking perspectives on how markets and competitors are evolving

Opportunity Identification & Prioritization

• Identify, screen, and prioritize growth opportunities using structured frameworks
• Lead analytical efforts to validate early‑stage opportunities, including market sizing, demand analysis, and risk assessment
• Partner with Business Development to refine pipeline strategy and focus resources on the highest‑value pursuits
• Support development of business cases for new investments, partnerships, or capability expansion

Analytics & Insight Generation

• Integrate internal and external data sources to identify patterns, trends, and strategic insights
• Build models, dashboards, and visualizations that enable ongoing decision support
• Apply advanced Excel and, where applicable, BI or data tools to improve analytical rigor and scalability
• Leverage AI‑enabled tools to accelerate research, synthesis, and insight generation

Strategic Decision Support

• Develop executive‑level briefings that translate analysis into recommendations and trade‑offs
• Support strategic planning cycles, including long‑range planning and growth initiatives
• Support cross‑functional stakeholders in shaping growth strategies
• Enable leadership with fact‑based perspectives on where to invest, partner, or compete
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience in cross‑functional project roles, business analytics, or information systems
• Demonstrated ability to independently structure complex problems, conduct analysis, and deliver clear, actionable insights
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Proven ability to communicate insights to senior stakeholders and influence decisions
• Experience working in cross‑functional, matrixed environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other regulated/government markets
• Familiarity with U.S. defense budgeting, acquisition processes, and customer landscape
• Experience with BI/analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) or programming (Python, SQL)
• Exposure to AI‑enabled analytics or automation tools
• Experience supporting strategy development, portfolio management, or growth initiatives
• Understanding of competitive intelligence methodologies and frameworks

Success Measures (First 12–18 Months)

• Delivers high‑impact market and competitive insights that directly influence priority decisions
• Establishes repeatable, scalable frameworks for opportunity evaluation and tracking
• Improves clarity and alignment around where the business invests for growth
• Becomes a trusted advisor to Business Development and functional leadership
• Demonstrates ownership of analytical products with minimal oversight

Benefits

Textron Systems offers a comprehensive benefits and compensation package designed to help employees excel and achieve their goals.

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k) with Company Funding
• Additional benefits include health insurance, prescription plan coverage, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and programs that provide employees time away from work
• Pay range: $77,300 – $116,700 per year (general guide only)

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron’s products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.