Senior Consultant, Global Aviation | Corporate Finance & Restructuring
FTI Consulting, Inc, Chicago, IL, United States
Senior Consultant, Global Aviation | Corporate Finance & Restructuring
FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks, and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk, and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.
At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.
Are you ready to make your impact?
About the Role
In FTI Consulting’s Corporate Finance & Restructuring segment we focus on our clients’ strategic, operational, financial, and labor needs by addressing the full spectrum of unique challenges faced by our airline and aviation clients.
We are currently seeking a Senior Consultant of Aviation in our Global Aviation practice. The Global Aviation team is a rapidly growing practice that brings together deep technical expertise across core aspects of an airline, including Fleet, Maintenance, Airport Operations, Finance, Labor, and others, supporting our clients through all stages of the business lifecycle.
What You’ll Do
This role will provide technical expertise and analysis at an advanced level; applying a strategic mindset, cross‑functional expertise, and deep aviation knowledge in the following ways:
Assist in the research and development of strategic initiatives for aviation clients across segments including airlines, maintenance/repair/overhaul providers, airports, manufacturers, and ground handling operators
Conduct secondary research, data gathering, and competitive benchmarking to support client engagements
Help synthesize findings into clear presentations and deliverables
Assist in assessing client operations across areas such as network planning, fleet management, cargo operations, ground services, and maintenance
Collect and organize operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement
Support the development of process maps, gap analyses, and implementation tracking tools
Assist in building and maintaining financial models to support business cases, investment evaluations, and route or revenue analyses
Compile and validate data from internal and external sources to support commercial strategy workstreams
Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses under the guidance of senior team members
Track and summarize aviation industry news, regulatory developments, and emerging trends such as SAF adoption, fleet electrification, and airport modernization
Contribute to internal databases, templates, and knowledge repositories to support the firm’s aviation practice
Coordinate meeting logistics, prepare agendas, and capture notes and action items during client and internal team meetings
Maintain organized project files, trackers, and status reports to support engagement management
How You’ll Grow
This is an excellent opportunity for a person with interest in airline and/or aviation industry and who wants to provide analytics-based solutions to our clients, while contributing to the growth of the FTI Global Aviation team.
You will partner with our diverse clients and internal teams to continue to learn and grow in new and complex areas and technologies. In addition to airline and aviation industry work, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to large‑scale restructurings and other efforts across other complex industries as they arise to gain a variety of skills towards becoming a more well‑rounded practitioner.
As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline involving quantitative analysis.
3+ years in airlines and/or aviation industry, Consulting, or similar/related environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and conceptual skills.
Highly proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Familiarity with Internet-based financial research resources for corporate information, SEC filings, competitive data, etc.
This role requires travel to clients and FTI offices.
Benefits
Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:
Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off and holidays
Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
Potential for flexible work arrangements
Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.
Family care benefits, including back‑up child/elder care
Employee wellness platform
Employee recognition programs
Paid time off for volunteering in your community
Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
Make an impact in our communities through company-sponsored pro bono work
Professional development and certification programs
Free in‑office snacks and drinks
Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
Upscale offices close to public transportation
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks, and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk, and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.
At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.
Are you ready to make your impact?
About the Role
In FTI Consulting’s Corporate Finance & Restructuring segment we focus on our clients’ strategic, operational, financial, and labor needs by addressing the full spectrum of unique challenges faced by our airline and aviation clients.
We are currently seeking a Senior Consultant of Aviation in our Global Aviation practice. The Global Aviation team is a rapidly growing practice that brings together deep technical expertise across core aspects of an airline, including Fleet, Maintenance, Airport Operations, Finance, Labor, and others, supporting our clients through all stages of the business lifecycle.
What You’ll Do
This role will provide technical expertise and analysis at an advanced level; applying a strategic mindset, cross‑functional expertise, and deep aviation knowledge in the following ways:
Assist in the research and development of strategic initiatives for aviation clients across segments including airlines, maintenance/repair/overhaul providers, airports, manufacturers, and ground handling operators
Conduct secondary research, data gathering, and competitive benchmarking to support client engagements
Help synthesize findings into clear presentations and deliverables
Assist in assessing client operations across areas such as network planning, fleet management, cargo operations, ground services, and maintenance
Collect and organize operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement
Support the development of process maps, gap analyses, and implementation tracking tools
Assist in building and maintaining financial models to support business cases, investment evaluations, and route or revenue analyses
Compile and validate data from internal and external sources to support commercial strategy workstreams
Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses under the guidance of senior team members
Track and summarize aviation industry news, regulatory developments, and emerging trends such as SAF adoption, fleet electrification, and airport modernization
Contribute to internal databases, templates, and knowledge repositories to support the firm’s aviation practice
Coordinate meeting logistics, prepare agendas, and capture notes and action items during client and internal team meetings
Maintain organized project files, trackers, and status reports to support engagement management
How You’ll Grow
This is an excellent opportunity for a person with interest in airline and/or aviation industry and who wants to provide analytics-based solutions to our clients, while contributing to the growth of the FTI Global Aviation team.
You will partner with our diverse clients and internal teams to continue to learn and grow in new and complex areas and technologies. In addition to airline and aviation industry work, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to large‑scale restructurings and other efforts across other complex industries as they arise to gain a variety of skills towards becoming a more well‑rounded practitioner.
As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline involving quantitative analysis.
3+ years in airlines and/or aviation industry, Consulting, or similar/related environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and conceptual skills.
Highly proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Familiarity with Internet-based financial research resources for corporate information, SEC filings, competitive data, etc.
This role requires travel to clients and FTI offices.
Benefits
Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:
Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off and holidays
Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
Potential for flexible work arrangements
Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.
Family care benefits, including back‑up child/elder care
Employee wellness platform
Employee recognition programs
Paid time off for volunteering in your community
Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
Make an impact in our communities through company-sponsored pro bono work
Professional development and certification programs
Free in‑office snacks and drinks
Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
Upscale offices close to public transportation
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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