Strategy Analyst

Endeavor Air•Minneapolis, MN

23h•$84,800 - $120,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Strategy Analyst is an integral member of the Corporate Strategy team, providing analytical and research support across Endeavor's most consequential strategic initiatives. This individual will develop data-driven insights, build financial and operational models, and contribute to executive and Board-level deliverables. The role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to work on high-visibility projects spanning fleet planning, corporate goal-setting, and external affairs – making it an exceptional foundation for a career in aviation strategy or general management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a related analytical field.
2+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, finance, or analytical roles (internship experience considered for exceptional candidates).
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and data analysis; proficiency in PowerPoint for executive-level presentations, and AI tools for automation.
Demonstrated ability to synthesize large amounts of data into clear, actionable insights.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in analytical work.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the airline, transportation, or aerospace industry.
Exposure to strategic planning, corporate development, or management consulting environments.
Familiarity with airline data tools and databases (e.g., Cirium, OAG, CAPA, BTS).
Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) or advanced Excel/SQL skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses in support of strategic planning, fleet evaluation, network assessments, and competitive benchmarking.
Build, maintain, and stress-test financial and operational models including scenario analyses, sensitivity tables, and cost-benefit frameworks.
Gather, synthesize, and interpret data from internal systems, industry databases, and publicly available sources to inform strategic recommendations.
Track key performance indicators and strategic initiative milestones; prepare regular status updates for leadership review.
Assist in developing presentation materials for Board of Directors meetings, executive offsites, and leadership briefings.
Support preparation of strategy documents, one-pagers, and briefing packages under the direction of the Director and VP of Strategy.
Conduct research and prepare summaries on industry trends, competitor activities, regulatory developments, and macroeconomic factors relevant to the airline.
Assist the fleet planning process by compiling and organizing operational data, market research, and financial inputs.
Support the development of fleet comparison matrices, utilization models, and capital planning analyses.
Coordinate with Finance, Operations, and external vendors to collect data and validate assumptions.
Support the annual goal-setting process by preparing templates, tracking submissions, and consolidating results for leadership review.
Assist in managing project timelines, meeting logistics, and documentation for cross-functional strategy initiatives.
Maintain strategy team workspaces, libraries, and reporting tools to ensure accuracy and accessibility of information.
Research regulatory and legislative topics relevant to the airline, preparing summaries and backgrounders as needed.
Support preparation for external stakeholder engagements, conferences, and industry events.