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Capabilities & Insights Analyst – Aerospace & Defense

Job ID: 94849
  • Boston


Do you want to work on complex and pressing challenges—the kind that bring together curious, ambitious, and determined leaders who strive to become better every day? If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place.

Your Impact

From day one, you will be an integral part of the Capabilities & Insights team, developing innovative solutions for our clients.  
Your role will involve both short-term and long-term strategic projects, such as analyzing the competitiveness of our clients, evaluating key financial figures, highlighting technology and product strategies, calculating market sizes, and more. 
You will have access to industry-specific resources and global network of experts to help grow your expertise. 
You will collaborate with our global team to build expertise, share new ideas, and set new benchmarks for best practices.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to spearhead entrepreneurial initiatives and special projects that drive McKinsey’s innovation. 
You will work with client teams or lead independent ventures, giving you the freedom to shape your work and directly influence your projects. This creates exciting opportunities for personal and professional growth.
At McKinsey, we invest heavily in your professional development. 
As an analyst, you will receive exceptional training in market research and consulting toolkits. 
You will receive frequent coaching and mentorship from peers and leaders, gaining valuable insights and hands-on experience. We offer a clear career progression path, supported by a culture that highlights strengths.  

Your Growth

Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of Aerospace and Defense.
You will join McKinsey’s Aerospace & Defense practice as a member of Capabilities & Insights team. 
Here you will collaborate with our consultants and clients to conduct research and analysis related to the United States Defense sector. 
You will also get the opportunity to build expertise in adjacent Aerospace & Defense markets such as commercial aviation, aftermarket, private equity, supply chain, and more. 

Your qualifications and skills

  • US Citizenship required 
  • Bachelor's degree required, master's is a plus 
  • 1+ years of professional experience preferred  
  • Experience in Aerospace, Defense, or related industries not required but a plus 
  • Experience in a market research or consulting not required but a plus 
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical and quantitative skills 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • Strong understanding of economic, financial, and general business concepts  
  • Strong performance in PowerPoint, Excel, Word; Tableau, Alteryx not required but a plus 
  • Strong ability to collaborate in a fast-paced and dynamic team environment 
  • Uphold professional attitude, work standards, and service-oriented mindset  
Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues.
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Job Skill Group - N/A
Job Skill Code - CIAN - Capabilities and Insights Analyst
Function -
Industry - Aerospace & Defense
Post to LinkedIn - Yes
Posted to LinkedIn Date - Wed Feb 05 00:00:00 GMT 2025
LinkedIn Posting City - Boston
LinkedIn Posting State/Province - Massachusetts 
LinkedIn Posting Country - United States
LinkedIn Job Title - Capabilities & Insights Analyst – Aerospace & Defense
LinkedIn Function - Consulting;Research
LinkedIn Industry - Defense & Space;Management Consulting;Research
LinkedIn Seniority Level - Entry level