Innovation & Growth Analyst

Job Description

Innovation & Growth Analyst
(
Job Number:

343696
)

Description

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. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System's
Land Systems
business area. Visit
TextronSystems.com
&
Lycoming.com
to read more about who we are and the products we make!

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
Market & Competitive Intelligence
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 clearly 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
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
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

How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

- Flexible Work Schedules

- Education Assistance

- Career Development & Training Opportunities

- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

- Paid Parental Leave

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.

Textron's compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is
$77,300

-

$116,700

per year.

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.
Recruiting Company
:

Textron Systems
Primary Location
:

US-Maryland-Hunt Valley
Job Field
:

Marketing
Schedule
:

Full-time
Job Level
:

Individual Contributor
Job Type
:

Experienced
Shift
:

First Shift
Travel
:

Yes, 20 % of the Time
Job Posting
:

07/13/2026, 3:14:53 PM

Requirements

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
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

How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our