Job Title: Business Analyst

Job Description

As a Business Analyst, you will play a critical role in analyzing complex business operations, financial data, and market trends to support executive decision-making and organizational planning. You will develop business cases for new programs, process improvements, and investments in sectors such as defense and aerospace. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will assess project profitability and identify efficiencies, while preparing technical reports and presentations to communicate key insights to leadership.

Responsibilities

Analyze complex business operations, financial data, and market trends to support executive decision-making.Develop business cases for new programs, process improvements, and investments in defense, aerospace, and other market sectors.Support activities with cross-functional teams, collaborating with engineering, operations, supply chain, and leadership.Prepare technical reports, executive dashboards, and presentations for staff and leadership.Support organizational development initiatives, including partnerships and government contract strategies.Conduct assessments to compare internal processes with industry standards to identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation.Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting systems for accurate, timely business intelligence.

Essential Skills

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, data analytics, or a related field.5+ years of experience in business analysis, preferably within aerospace, defense, or highly regulated environments.Expertise in financial modeling, operational analysis, process improvement, and data analytics using tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau.Experience collaborating with executive leadership and cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives.Strong communication and presentation skills to convey complex data to various stakeholders.Understanding of industry-specific regulatory, operational, and supply chain considerations in aerospace and defense.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Professional certifications such as CBAP, Six Sigma.Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Microsoft Project.

Work Environment

The role is within a rapidly growing company specializing in shock attenuation and vibration isolation solutions, primarily for the aerospace and defense industries. The position offers high exposure, reporting to the Business Development Vice President and working closely with the General Manager. The company provides advanced engineering and R&D services.

This position is urgently hiring - If interested, please submit your updated resume along with your availability for a 5-minute call to kvespia @astoncarter.com

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Mahwah, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

standard benefits package - 401k,\n\nHealth Insurance: This is often the cornerstone of a benefits package, covering medical, dental, and vision care.\nRetirement Plans: Options like 401(k) plans with employer matching contributions.\nPaid Time Off (PTO): Includes vacation days, sick leave, and sometimes personal days.\nLife Insurance: Provides financial support to an employee's beneficiaries in case of death.\nDisability Insurance: Covers a portion of an employee's salary if they are unable to work due to illness or injury.\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) or Health Savings Accounts (HSAs): Allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars for medical expenses.\nEmployee Assistance Programs (EAPs): Offer counseling and support services for personal or work-related issues.\nWellness Programs: May include gym memberships, wellness challenges, and mental health resources.\nProfessional Development: Opportunities for training, education, and career advancement.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mahwah,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 30, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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