2027 Entry Level - Associate Business Analyst, Parts

Textron•Wichita, KS

About The Position

This entry-level opportunity is designed to help you build your skills, gain exposure across functions, and grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and development opportunities. As a Textron employee, you’ll take on meaningful work from day one—contributing to real projects and collaborating with experienced team members across the business. This position is responsible for supporting Textron Aviation Parts and Distribution (TAPD) customers (internal and external) through creation and maintenance of master data records in support of all Textron aircraft platforms.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required in Business Administration, Aviation, or related field.
In lieu of degree, minimum 4 years relevant Aviation experience: such as, material requirements planning, supply chain, manufacturing engineering, inventory control, or relevant industry experience.
Working knowledge of engineering, planning (MRP & Manufacture), and SCM (Supply Chain Management) principles
Ability to research engineering documents and industry standards accurately and effectively
Ability to read, evaluate and comprehend data from multiple sources: i.e., engineering drawings, specs & standards, supplier data, COs (engineering change orders), DCNs (drawing change notice), CRs (change requests), etc.
Strong organizational and communication skills (both written and verbal).
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products with emphasis on Excel, Power BI, and TEAMS
Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. for Textron Aviation at the time of making application, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors who will need employment sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of SAP and knowledge of material master transactions is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs daily activities in support of business needs.
Creates and maintains materials in ERP system in accordance with standard work.
Reviews engineering and manufacturing engineering information and aligns ERP settings accordingly.
Works to ensure system integrity and data accuracy to deliver best in class customer service.
Collaborates cross functionally to identify and resolve discrepancies.
Frequent contact with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Sales, Customer Service, New Programs, Planning, Supply Chain, Pricing team and other aftermarket and production areas.
May require release approval for part setup and maintenance activities.