Analyst, Strategy & Business Development - Defense

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Competitive base salary
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tele Health Program

Short Description

Bombardier Defense is seeking a highly analytical and motivated Strategic Planning Analyst to support the business unit’s long term planning, product investment governance, and strategic decision-making. A key element of this role will be to support the internal budget process tied to our strategic product roadmap, including coordinating inputs and preparing quarterly budget updates for each product investment.
In this position, you will conduct complex analyses, prepare executive-ready materials, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between market opportunities, capability roadmaps, and investment priorities. You will also contribute to strategic projects such as market assessments, business cases, and competitive analyses.

What are your contributions to the team?

Strategic Planning Support
• Support data collection, financial modeling, and analytics required for the five-year strategic plan.
• Prepare executive presentations and documentation for strategic workshops and alignment sessions.
• Support the maintenance and tracking of dashboards and KPIs linked to strategic objectives.

Budget Process Support & Investment Coordination
• Support the coordination of the quarterly budget update process for Bombardier Defense product and capability investments.
• Ensure alignment between product investment budgets and the strategic product roadmap, working closely with Product Strategy, Engineering, Program Management, and Finance.
• Consolidate and validate cross-functional inputs to provide an accurate and up to date view of investment status, risks, and variances.
• Assist in developing materials summarizing budget outcomes, investment implications, and roadmap recommendations for leadership review.

Business Analysis & Development
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and opportunity assessments for key mission segments (Maritime Patrol, ISR, AEW, Head of State).
• Contribute to the development of capability roadmaps and mission-area investment priorities.
• Support scenario planning, opportunity sizing, and portfolio assessments.

Strategic Initiatives & Project Execution
• Track progress of strategic initiatives and assist in identifying risks, gaps, and mitigation plans.
• Support research, benchmarking, and analysis for partnerships, industrial cooperation efforts, and new market opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of business cases and documentation supporting product strategy activities.

How to thrive in this role?

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in strategic analysis, financial modeling, business planning, or management consulting (aerospace/defense experience an asset).
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and strategic modeling tools.
• Experience synthesizing complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong communication skills and ability to prepare materials for executive audiences.

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!

Please note: You don’t need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed to apply for this position. We’re not looking for the perfect candidate, we’re looking for great talent and passionate individuals.

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.

Job Analyst, Strategy & Business Development - Defense

Primary Location Administrative Centre (CA)

Organization Aerospace Canada

Shift

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 11575 Analyst, Strategy & Business Development - Defense