Business Aircraft Market Researcher at Westair

Job Summary   We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented individual to lead our efforts in data analytics, artificial intelligence, market research, and competitive intelligence within the business aircraft industry. This role will support sales, acquisitions, marketing, and strategic planning through the collection, analysis, and interpretation of industry data. This is an in-office position, Monday -Friday, day shift schedule. Candidates with relevant experience in business aviation data collection and analysis may be considered for a remote position. Duties & Responsibilities • Research, organize, and analyze data on aircraft values, inventory levels, transaction activity, days on market, asking prices, and market demand trends. • Leverage artificial intelligence (AI) tools and data analytics platforms to collect, process, and interpret market data, enabling data-driven insights into trends, customer behavior, fleet dynamics, and competitive positioning within the business aircraft sector. • Monitor competitive activity, including dealer listings, recent transactions, OEM production rates, and market share movements. • Create and maintain dashboards, reports, and presentations that provide insights into market trends and dealership performance. • Prepare market intelligence reports for internal stakeholders and clients. • Collaborate with sales and acquisition teams to support aircraft valuations, buyer/seller strategy, and opportunity identification. • Build and maintain databases using sources such as AircraftExchange, JetNet, Controller, and all other publications as well as generated proprietary internal data. • Analyze OEM new aircraft positioning and trends to anticipate preowned inventory changes and buyer behaviors. • Contribute to marketing efforts by supplying data-based insights, infographics, and content for campaigns, reports, and client presentations. • Stay informed on broader economic, regulatory, and aviation industry developments that may impact aircraft values and market dynamics. • Keep the aircraft sales team informed of market movements & trends. • Assist with aircraft sales and charter department transactions. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Job Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, Aviation Management, Data Analytics, or a related field. • 2–5 years of experience in market research, data analysis, or business intelligence—preferably in aviation, luxury goods, finance, or capital equipment sectors. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, and similar. • Familiarity with Amstat, JetNet, or other aviation data platforms is a plus. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. • Excellent communication and presentation abilities. • Passion for aviation and an interest in the business aircraft industry. Other Prerequisites • Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check • Ability to obtain Airport Issued security badge • Valid Driver’s license Work Environment & Physical Requirements • Work is performed primarily indoors in a temperature-controlled environment. Requires sitting for 6-8 hours a day. Occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs. Constantly requires clear vision to read printed materials and computer screens. Constantly requires repetitive movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Available Benefits • Medical, dental, vision • Short term & Long term Disability - paid 100% by Company • Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment - paid 100% by Company • Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, jury duty, bereavement • Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account (employer contributions tied to participation in wellness program) • 401K & Roth 401k with employer match • Flexible Spending programs Western Aircraft Inc. has a Drug Free Workplace Policy which includes applicants passing pre-employment testing in accordance with 14 CFR 120. Applicants testing positive for the presence of prohibited drugs are ineligible for employment. DOT applicants who become employees of Western Aircraft Inc. will also be subject to random, reasonable cause, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing. Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. The information contained herein is not intended as an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.