• Competitive Intelligence Analyst

    PDS Tech Commercial (Wichita, KS)


    Become the Intelligence Behind Aerospace Innovation

     

    Competitive Intelligence Analyst – PDS Tech Commercial | Partnering with a Global Aerospace Leader

     

    Shape Strategic Decisions in a Fast-Moving, High-Impact Industry

     

    PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a **Competitive Intelligence Analyst** to join our client’s forward-looking **Strategy Team** . In this pivotal role, your work will directly inform business strategy by uncovering the competitive insights that drive innovation, investment, and long-term growth in the aerospace sector.

    This contract role can be based in:

    Mobile, AL** | **Herndon, VA** | **Atlanta, GA** | **Wichita, KS** | **Grand Prairie, TX

     

    What You’ll Do (Your Day-to-Day Impact)

    Competitive Intelligence Gathering – 50%

    + Collect and analyze competitive data on aircraft technologies, services, industrial operations, supply chain structures, performance, and strategic direction.

    + Track competitor production and delivery targets for the region.

    + Work proactively within the intelligence network (Herndon, Mobile, Dallas, Miami, Wichita) to source critical insights.

    + Ensure all intelligence efforts align with company ethical guidelines.

    Intelligence Processing & Reporting – 40%

    + Transform raw data into actionable intelligence.

    + Produce concise, well-structured notes and memos for leadership.

    + Support intelligence collection at U.S. conferences and industry events.

    Additional Responsibilities – 10%

    + Contribute to weekly Intelligence Reports.

    + Collaborate with the global intelligence community and Strategy teams across multiple sites.

    + Support special projects and strategic initiatives.

     

    What You Bring (Required & Preferred Qualifications)

    Required Experience & Skills

    + **5+ years of combined experience** in:

    + Commercial aircraft products

    + Aircraft engineering

    + Aeronautical industry knowledge

    + Strong OSINT and technical intelligence-gathering skills

    + Ability to work autonomously with complex data and databases

    + Proven capability to synthesize information into meaningful intelligence

    + Strong team mindset and stakeholder-focused approach

    Education

    + **Required:** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aeronautical Studies, Aircraft Systems, Business, or equivalent

    + **Preferred:** Master’s degree or commensurate experience

    Bonus Skills

    + Knowledge of **FAA/EASA regulations**

    + Experience collaborating across multi-site and global teams

    Other Requirements

    + Travel up to **15%** (domestic with occasional international)

    + Onsite **60%** , Remote **40%**

     

    Ready to Influence the Future of Flight?

     

    If you're driven by research, energized by discovery, and motivated by strategic impact, **we want to hear from you** .

     

    Apply today and help shape the intelligence that shapes the aerospace world.

     

    This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

     

    **Pay Details:** $41.00 per hour

     

    Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

     

    Military connected talent encouraged to apply

     

    To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy

    The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

    + The California Fair Chance Act

    + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

    + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

    + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

    **Massachusetts Candidates Only:** It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.