Business Development Research Analyst – Aerospace & Defense
Sentar Inc., Charleston, SC, United States
Overview Business Development Research Analyst – Aerospace & Defense
Sentar is seeking a Business Development Research Analyst – Aerospace & Defense in Charleston, SC. This role is for a highly analytical and intellectually curious Research Analyst to join our Growth & Strategy team. The analyst will dig into data, investigate markets, track federal spending trends, and translate research into insights that inform business development and capture strategy. The position supports DoD and federal civilian market intelligence and collaborates with Capture Managers, Proposal Teams, Engineering, and Operations to strengthen win strategies and national security missions.
Responsibilities Market & Customer Research: Conduct in-depth research on federal agencies, mission priorities, and acquisition trends; analyze DoD and federal spending patterns, technology focus areas, and procurement forecasts; identify early indicators of emerging opportunities or mission needs.
Competitive & Partner Analysis: Evaluate industry competitors, teaming partners, incumbents, and their performance history; track competitive landscapes for priority contracts, identifying strengths, gaps, and market positioning.
Pipeline & Opportunity Support: Assist in the identification, qualification, and tracking of opportunities using GovWin, SAM.gov, and internal systems; prepare opportunity summaries, customer profiles, and historical procurement analysis.
Strategic Intelligence Development: Transform raw data into actionable insights that inform BD/capture strategies; support development of opportunity analyses, capture planning inputs, and customer engagement recommendations; monitor policy, budget, and defense strategy changes that may impact Sentar’s market positioning.
Reporting & Communication: Prepare clear, concise reports, market briefs, and research products for internal stakeholders; support preparation of presentations for leadership, proposal teams, and cross-functional groups; maintain structured research repositories and knowledge bases to support organizational learning.
What You’ll Gain Direct mentorship from experienced Capture Managers, BD Directors, and Market Intelligence SMEs.
Hands-on analytical experience across the federal acquisition and business development lifecycle.
Opportunities to influence strategic decisions for pursuits critical to national defense.
Exposure to engineers, program managers, proposal professionals, and senior leadership.
A career pathway into Market Intelligence, Capture, Proposal Development, or Strategy roles.
Qualifications Clearance Level: U.S. citizenship required; willingness to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
Education: Bachelor’s degree (or graduate student) in Business, Data Analytics, Political Science, Economics, National Security, Engineering, or related analytical field.
Experience: Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to interpret qualitative and quantitative information; excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to learn and use GovWin, Salesforce, SAM.gov, and federal procurement databases; high attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities; ability to manage multiple research tasks and deadlines; intellectual curiosity and initiative; ability to work onsite as required.
Preferred: Familiarity with federal contracting, DoD acquisition processes, or federal budget cycles; understanding of defense mission areas, military structure, or national security priorities; experience in research, analytics, or supporting BD/proposals in a government contracting environment.
Benefits At Sentar Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, with Health Savings or Flexible Spending Plan options
Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long Term Care insurance options
Group Term Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability provided by Sentar to all qualifying employees
Generous 401(k) match
Competitive PTO plan that graduates quickly with years of service
Other leave programs; holiday schedule along with bereavement, maternity, jury and military duty
Mental health awareness programs
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development reimbursement
Recognition and Awards programs
If you are not ready to apply for this position, submit your resume here to join our talent community. We’ll keep you updated occasionally on new job opportunities.
Sentar is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities. Our culture is inclusive and we are a Federal Contractor that is an Equal Opportunity and VEVRAA Employer. For your rights: EEO Is the Law Poster; EEO Is Law Supplement; and Pay Transparency. If you require a reasonable workplace accommodation, contact the Recruiting Manager at recruiting@sentar.com with specifics.
Build, Innovate, Secure Your Career at Sentar.
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Sentar is seeking a Business Development Research Analyst – Aerospace & Defense in Charleston, SC. This role is for a highly analytical and intellectually curious Research Analyst to join our Growth & Strategy team. The analyst will dig into data, investigate markets, track federal spending trends, and translate research into insights that inform business development and capture strategy. The position supports DoD and federal civilian market intelligence and collaborates with Capture Managers, Proposal Teams, Engineering, and Operations to strengthen win strategies and national security missions.
Responsibilities Market & Customer Research: Conduct in-depth research on federal agencies, mission priorities, and acquisition trends; analyze DoD and federal spending patterns, technology focus areas, and procurement forecasts; identify early indicators of emerging opportunities or mission needs.
Competitive & Partner Analysis: Evaluate industry competitors, teaming partners, incumbents, and their performance history; track competitive landscapes for priority contracts, identifying strengths, gaps, and market positioning.
Pipeline & Opportunity Support: Assist in the identification, qualification, and tracking of opportunities using GovWin, SAM.gov, and internal systems; prepare opportunity summaries, customer profiles, and historical procurement analysis.
Strategic Intelligence Development: Transform raw data into actionable insights that inform BD/capture strategies; support development of opportunity analyses, capture planning inputs, and customer engagement recommendations; monitor policy, budget, and defense strategy changes that may impact Sentar’s market positioning.
Reporting & Communication: Prepare clear, concise reports, market briefs, and research products for internal stakeholders; support preparation of presentations for leadership, proposal teams, and cross-functional groups; maintain structured research repositories and knowledge bases to support organizational learning.
What You’ll Gain Direct mentorship from experienced Capture Managers, BD Directors, and Market Intelligence SMEs.
Hands-on analytical experience across the federal acquisition and business development lifecycle.
Opportunities to influence strategic decisions for pursuits critical to national defense.
Exposure to engineers, program managers, proposal professionals, and senior leadership.
A career pathway into Market Intelligence, Capture, Proposal Development, or Strategy roles.
Qualifications Clearance Level: U.S. citizenship required; willingness to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
Education: Bachelor’s degree (or graduate student) in Business, Data Analytics, Political Science, Economics, National Security, Engineering, or related analytical field.
Experience: Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to interpret qualitative and quantitative information; excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to learn and use GovWin, Salesforce, SAM.gov, and federal procurement databases; high attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities; ability to manage multiple research tasks and deadlines; intellectual curiosity and initiative; ability to work onsite as required.
Preferred: Familiarity with federal contracting, DoD acquisition processes, or federal budget cycles; understanding of defense mission areas, military structure, or national security priorities; experience in research, analytics, or supporting BD/proposals in a government contracting environment.
Benefits At Sentar Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, with Health Savings or Flexible Spending Plan options
Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long Term Care insurance options
Group Term Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability provided by Sentar to all qualifying employees
Generous 401(k) match
Competitive PTO plan that graduates quickly with years of service
Other leave programs; holiday schedule along with bereavement, maternity, jury and military duty
Mental health awareness programs
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development reimbursement
Recognition and Awards programs
If you are not ready to apply for this position, submit your resume here to join our talent community. We’ll keep you updated occasionally on new job opportunities.
Sentar is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities. Our culture is inclusive and we are a Federal Contractor that is an Equal Opportunity and VEVRAA Employer. For your rights: EEO Is the Law Poster; EEO Is Law Supplement; and Pay Transparency. If you require a reasonable workplace accommodation, contact the Recruiting Manager at recruiting@sentar.com with specifics.
Build, Innovate, Secure Your Career at Sentar.
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