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Aerospace and Defense M&A Analyst, Washington DC Area

Who are we?

Renaissance Strategic Advisors is one of the leading advisory firms supporting premier firms in the aerospace, defense, space, intelligence, and government services industry as they address their most complex and critical issues. Our strategy consulting and M&A advisory services are founded upon multi-disciplinary skills, judgment, and trust.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for an accomplished M&A analyst to support senior members of a team primarily focused on buy-side M&A origination and execution for A&D industry leading corporations and financial sponsors. A competitive candidate will possess:

• A passion for and experience in the Aerospace and Defense sector
• Strong prior experience in execution across the M&A lifecycle – corporate development, investment banking, or private equity backgrounds preferred
• Combination of public and private valuation capabilities and deep M&A opportunity evaluation skills
• Proficiency in financial analysis, excel-based modeling, and PowerPoint deck creation

Primary day-to-day responsibilities – M&A Analyst

• Analyzing and validating business plans to produce informed expectations of future cash flows
• Producing cash flow-based valuation models and detailed comps analysis
• Supporting both sellside and buyside processes with marketing materials and investment rationale
• Delivering reports and findings to leadership of major A&D corporations and PE fund

Required qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
• 1-3 years of investment banking, corporate development, strategy, or private equity experience, ideally with exposure to Aerospace and Defense
• B.A. / B.S. or higher qualification
• Application requirements include a CV/resume and cover letter

Why Renaissance Strategic Advisors?

We are a 50 person industry specialist team that successfully competes against some of the largest firms in the advisory market.  We are expanding our team driven by the growth of our client relationships, organic development of our organization, and breadth of our customer offerings.  While we service clients at the most senior levels, we have maintained a culture that focuses on bringing multi-disciplinary experience and thought leadership to our sector by constantly innovating our insights and applying new elements of expertise.

In M&A advisory specifically, we work with clients on buy-side and sell-side situations.  This includes on the “front-end” of engaging to construct an M&A-driven value creation strategy and proactively bringing thoughtful ideas to clients, to the “back-end” of evaluating and valuing a specific target as part of diligence and formulating an ongoing growth strategy post-close.

Our team combines the depth of our sector consulting expertise with investment banking, corporate development, and operator backgrounds to differentiate our M&A service offering.  Our clients are predominately sector-leading corporates and large financial sponsors and their portfolio companies.  The nature of mandates range from recurrent clients where we are agnostic to buy-side target size, through to involvement on advisory teams as the sector-expert advisor on large and complex cross-border transactions.

We are a rapidly growing firm and offer candidates competitive compensation and significant opportunities for personal and career development.  We are particularly focused on candidates that share our passion for the industry and are excited by the industry leading clients and complex M&A situations we advise on.

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Government Services Sector Leadership Opportunity, Arlington, VA

Who are we?

Renaissance Strategic Advisors is one of the leading consultancies supporting premier firms in the aerospace, defense, space, intelligence, and government services industry as they address their most complex and critical issues. Our strategy, market assessment, and M&A services are founded upon multi-disciplinary skills, judgment, and trust.

Who are we looking for?

Top-tier talent and government services experience with an ability to lead strategy and M&A due diligence engagements. The candidate will be an accomplished project manager and will have broader sector leadership responsibilities within the firm. Compensation and title will be commensurate with experience. The successful candidate must demonstrate:

• A passion for and experience in government services ideally across Defense, Federal Civil and Intelligence Community customer areas
• Strong experience in the sector across some combination of consulting / advisory, strategy or corporate development
• Experience and interest in advising clients in executive leadership positions at their respective corporations and investment firms, while leading consulting teams
• Combination of analytical rigor and ability to synthesize insights and recommendations to senior clients
• Existing client relationships a plus but not a requisite for the role; candidate will benefit from support from Partners and existing consulting teams

Why Renaissance Strategic Advisors?

We are a 40-person industry-focused team that successfully competes against some of the largest firms in the advisory market. We are expanding our team driven by the growth of our client relationships, organic development of our organization, and breadth of our customer offerings. While we service clients at the most senior levels, we have maintained a culture that focuses on bringing multi-disciplinary experience and thought leadership to our sector by constantly innovating our insights and applying new elements of expertise.

In government services specifically, we have established a leading reputation and have as clients many of the leading corporates and private equity firms. Many of these clients have emerged as consolidators of our sector through M&A and organic successes, are leaders in pioneering new business models, and have successfully innovated game-changing offerings for their respective government customers. The successful candidate will benefit from a considerable base of business while joining a rapidly growing firm. We are a meritocracy and offer our employees significant career runways and competitive compensation.

Required qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
• Prior experience in consulting, advisory, corporate strategy or development
• Demonstrable depth of knowledge in government services
• Demonstrated skills in managing projects and leading teams related to strategy, market assessment, and/or M&A due diligence
• 7 – 15 years of professional experience
• Education history through Master’s degree (MBA, MA, MS etc.) preferred
• Application requirements include a CV/resume, cover letter

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Experienced Federal Government Services Market/Strategy Consulting Analyst

Who are we?

A 40-person high-end consulting firm focused on the aerospace, defense, space, intelligence, government services, and technology markets. We have locations in Washington DC and London. Our team provides corporate strategy development, market insight, and M&A due diligence services to global corporate, private equity, and investment banking clients.

What does the job entail?

Primary Analyst of RSAdvisors Federal Government Services & Information Technology proprietary market models, databases, and other sector-specific intellectual property. This position will lead RSAdvisors Federal Government Services market forecasting process and associated models and databases. Additionally, this position will be the primary liaison to our Federal Government Services advisory group which includes former federal government leaders, industry executives, and other market experts.

Why Renaissance Strategic Advisors?

We offer competitive compensation and upward mobility in a demanding yet rewarding work environment. Team members will join a group of multi-disciplinary senior consultants with decades of experience in the sector. They will work to support our global client base alongside talented peer analysts, associates, and senior staff. Analysts are fully integrated members of project teams and provide direct input into deliverables and client briefings. At RSAdvisors:

• Each Analyst receives a mentor/supervisor, ensuring individual attention and senior interaction
• Analysts participate in client meetings in order to give insight into our value delivery model
• We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial and apprentice-style culture
• Everyone takes part in growing and developing the firm. You’ll learn advanced consulting tradecraft and how the “business” of consulting really works
• We are a tight-knit team that takes great pride in maintaining our dynamic and fun culture

Who are we looking for?

Successful candidates must demonstrate:

• Understanding, interest, and 3-6 years of experience in the Federal IT / Government Services sector
• Strong analytical skills and comfort with complex quantitative analysis and problem solving
• Skills in creating presentations, designing and implementing Excel-based financial and market models
• Possession of excellent conceptual and critical thinking skills
• Curiosity, energy, positivity and the ability to work in teams and under dynamic conditions

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
• Experience using and analyzing Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) procurement data
• Experience using DACIS, Deltek GovWin, and FedBizOpps.gov applications
• Competitive intelligence analysis experience specific to the federal government services industry
• Knowledge of the federal IT procurement processes and policies (e.g., FITARA, OMB 53s)

Application requirements include a CV/resume and cover letter.

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Senior Associate/Principal, Arlington, VA

Who are we?

Renaissance Strategic Advisors is one of the leading consultancies supporting firms in the aerospace, defense, space, intelligence, and government services industry. Our team provides strategy, market assessment, and (M&A) due diligence services to strategic and financial sponsor clients globally. We are a growing 50+ person team that competes amongst the largest firms in the global strategy consulting market.

Who are we looking for?

Successful applicants must demonstrate:

• A passion for the aerospace, defense, space, government services, or related technology sectors
• Prior advisory or corporate experience, especially in strategy and corporate development
• Strong analytical skills and comfort with complex quantitative analysis
• Ability to generate hypotheses, design and conduct research, and synthesize and present conclusions

Primary day-to-day responsibilities – Senior Associates/Principals

• Assist senior project management in planning, coordination, engagement execution, and delivery
• Manage one-or more project workstreams and/or small- or medium-size engagements
• Create and implement primary source interview plans, including identifying candidates, creating questionnaires, and coordinating outreach/gathering results
• Design methodology and quality control outputs for excel models and databases
• Track relevant competitive and industry trends & dynamics
• Deliver/communicate reports and findings to management, executive leadership, and/or clients
• Guide and lead direct engagement with clients
• Support and lead business development efforts

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering, Finance, Business, Political Science, or Public Policy
• Master’s degree (MBA, MA, MS etc.) preferred
• 5 – 10 years of professional experience, with at least three years of relevant sector background
• Demonstrated skills in creating presentation deliverables, designing and implementing Excel-based financial and/or market models and interacting with clients / customers
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
• Application requirements include a CV/resume and cover letter

Why Renaissance Strategic Advisors?

We are an industry-focused team that interfaces with a broad range of leading, innovative stakeholders in the community. Our associates benefit from regular interaction with senior staff and provide direct input into deliverables and client recommendations. We offer competitive compensation and upward mobility for those who excel in our demanding yet invigorating work environment. Additionally,

• Each Senior Associate and Principal receives individual mentoring and partner interaction
• Associates of all levels participate in, and frequently lead, client meetings
• We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial and apprentice-style culture that enables staff to work with and learn from the firm’s highly experienced group of consultants, partners and Advisory Board
• Everyone takes part in growing and developing the firm. This means you’ll learn both advanced consulting tradecraft and how the “business” of consulting really works
• We are a tight-knit team that takes great pride in maintaining our dynamic and fun culture

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 Strategy & Managment Consulting Analyst, Arlington, VA

Who are we?

Renaissance Strategic Advisors is a high-end, boutique strategy consulting and M&A advisory firm focused on aerospace, defense, and government markets. Our team provides corporate strategy, market analysis, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advice, and due diligence services. Our clients, with whom we work on the most critical strategic issues, are senior leadership teams of corporations and financial investors globally.

Who are we looking for?

Successful applicants must demonstrate:

• A passion for the aerospace, defense, space, government services, or emerging technology sectors
• Strong analytical skills and comfort with complex quantitative analysis
• Curiosity, energy, positivity and the ability to work in teams and in a dynamic environment

Primary day-to-day responsibilities – Analyst

• Perform primary- and secondary-source research using a variety of inputs, including industry-specific databases, trade and general news, company reports, industry reports, and other sources as needed
• Track relevant competitive and industry trends & dynamics
• Create and manage excel models and databases
• Assist in distilling data into discrete analyses to be incorporated into larger reports
• Deliver/communicate reports and findings to management and/or executive leadership

Preferred qualifications

• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree (or recent graduate) preferably in Economics, Engineering, Finance, Business, Political Science, Public Policy or other STEM related subjects
• Internship, work experience, or demonstrated interest in the aerospace, defense, or government services sector – or – with a consulting firm, investment bank, private equity, or venture capital firm
• Strong acumen in business writing and communication with clients and team members
• Applicants must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future
• Application requirements include a CV/resume, cover letter, and unofficial university transcript

Why Renaissance Strategic Advisors?

We are a 60 person, industry-focused team with locations in Arlington, VA, London, and Melbourne. We work with a broad range of leading, innovative stakeholders in the community. Our analysts benefit from regular interaction with managers and senior staff and provide direct input into deliverables and client recommendations. We offer competitive compensation and upward mobility for those who excel in our demanding yet invigorating work environment. Additionally,

• Each Analyst receives a supervisor/mentor, ensuring individual mentoring and partner interaction
• Analysts participate in client meetings in order to give insight into our value delivery model
• We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial and apprentice-style culture that enables staff to work with and learn from the firm’s highly experienced group of consultants, partners and Advisory Board
• Everyone takes part in growing and developing the firm. This means you’ll learn both advanced consulting tradecraft and how the “business” of consulting really works
• We are a tight-knit team that takes great pride in maintaining our dynamic and fun culture

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Commercial Aerospace Analyst/Sr. Analyst, Arlington, VA

Who are we?

A high-end, boutique strategy consulting firm focused on aerospace, defense, and government markets. Our team provides corporate strategy consulting and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory, to corporate clients and financial investors on their most consequential initiatives globally.

Who are we looking for?

Successful applicants must demonstrate:

• A passion for – and experience in – commercial/civil aerospace or related technology sectors
• Strong analytical skills and comfort with complex quantitative analysis
• Self-starter and problem solver
• Curiosity, energy, positivity and the ability to work in teams and in a dynamic environment

Primary day-to-day responsibilities – Commercial Aerospace Analyst

• Perform primary- and secondary-source research using a variety of inputs, including industry-specific databases, trade and general news, company reports, industry reports, and other sources as needed
• Create, manage, and maintain excel-based aircraft fleet forecast market models and platform databases
• Track relevant commercial aerospace, business & GA, advanced air mobility (AAM) and rotary-wing technology, competitive and industry trends
• Assist in distilling data into discrete analyses to be incorporated into larger reports
• Deliver/communicate reports and findings to management and/or executive leadership
• Support senior leadership business development efforts with creative industry thought leadership ideas and visual analyses

Preferred qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
• 1-3+ years of work experience in the aerospace sector (whether in industry or consulting roles)
• Strong academic background with Bachelor’s or higher degree, preferably in engineering or business/economics
• Strong acumen in business writing and communication with clients and team members
• Comfort with data analysis and visualization methods
• Application requirements include a CV/resume and cover letter

Why Renaissance Strategic Advisors?

We are a 60 person, industry-focused team that interfaces with a broad range of leading, innovative stakeholders in the community. Our analysts benefit from regular interaction with managers and senior staff and provide direct input into deliverables and client recommendations. We offer competitive compensation and upward mobility for those who excel in our demanding yet invigorating work environment. Additionally,

• Each Analyst receives a supervisor/mentor, ensuring individual mentoring and partner interaction
• Analysts typically participate in client meetings in order to give insight into our value delivery model
• We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial and apprentice-style culture that enables staff to work with and learn from the firm’s highly experienced group of consultants, partners and senior advisors
• We are a rapidly growing firm which provides substantial career runway
• We are a tight-knit team that takes great pride in strong performance while maintaining our dynamic and fun culture

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Defense Electronics Associate Consultant, Arlington, VA

Who are we?

Renaissance Strategic Advisors is a leading strategy consulting firm focused on aerospace, defense, and government markets. Our team provides corporate strategy consulting and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory, to corporate clients and financial investors on their most consequential initiatives globally from offices in Arlington, VA; London, UK; Paris, France, and Melbourne, Australia.

Who are we looking for?

Successful applicants must demonstrate:

• A passion for and experience in electronic systems and/or embedded electronic sub-systems for defense applications and have an engineering degree and a background of industry roles in product management, solutions architecture, business development or similar
• Progressive roles that include transitioning from technical expertise/engineering to exposure to BD, strategy, customer/client engagement and/or M&A
• Strong analytical skills and comfort with complex quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Curiosity, energy, positivity and the ability to work in teams and in a dynamic environment; hunger to work on projects of utmost consequential value for clients at the top levels of industry

Primary day-to-day responsibilities – Defense Electronics Associate

• Work with our client base – from large defense primes and multi-industry conglomerates, to emerging technology firms and high-growth start-ups on growth strategies and evaluating M&A transactions
• Join a leading strategy consulting team to support business development and drive executing of engagements, provide subject matter input, leading analysts, and reporting to senior consultants
• Distill industry trends, expert opinions, domain expertise and detailed defense budgetary analysis into concise and compelling insights to help advise clients on core strategic issues
• Deliver/communicate reports and findings to client management and/or executive leadership

Preferred qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
• 4 to 6+ years of work experience in the A&D sector (whether in industry or consulting roles)
• Strong academic background with bachelor’s or higher engineering degree, preferably in electrical engineering or a similar discipline MBA or MS preferred
• Strong acumen in business writing and communication with clients and team members
• Comfort with data analysis and visualization methods

Why Renaissance Strategic Advisors?

We are a 60 person, industry-focused team that interfaces with a broad range of leading, innovative stakeholders in the community. Our Associates benefit from regular interaction with senior staff and provide direct input into deliverables and client recommendations. On the defense electronics expert track, we are experienced in successfully transitioning new hires from industry and value the new perspectives this brings. We offer competitive compensation and upward mobility for those who excel in our demanding yet invigorating work environment. Additionally,

• Associates participate in client meetings in order to give insight into our value delivery model
• We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial and apprentice-style culture that enables staff to work with and learn from the firm’s highly experienced group of consultants, partners and senior advisors
• We are a rapidly growing firm which provides substantial career runway
• We are a tight-knit team that takes great pride in strong performance while maintaining our dynamic and fun culture

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 Analyst, London, UK

Renaissance Strategic Advisors

Renaissance Strategic Advisors is a boutique consultancy offering professional services to the international aerospace & defence industries. Headquartered near Washington, D.C., RSAdvisors have a well-established presence in the UK via an office in St. James’s Square in London comprising a team with strong backgrounds in consulting the European and EMEA/AP aerospace, defence and security industry.

RSAdvisors provides clients with three broad areas of work:

• Market-focused consultancy that assists the defence industry in achieving product sales, development and market share
• Strategic consultancy that assists the defence industry in positioning their business for success in current markets or expansion into new areas
• Mergers and acquisitions support that assists the banking and financial industry on both the buy side and sell side gain due diligence insights into the defence industry prior to acquisition or divestment

The Position

The Analyst will work as a member of the team, taking the role of research analyst on live projects in close partnership with members of RSAdvisors staff. In so doing, the Analyst will contribute directly to work submitted to clients and will gain first-hand experience of consultancy in practice, and the imperatives driving the aerospace & defence industries.

Person Specific

RSAdvisors are undertaking recruitment of an entry-level Analyst to join our UK team to gain experience in consultancy and the aerospace & defence industries. The role is ideally suited to a recent graduate having completed a Master’s programme within War Studies, Security Studies, Public Policy, International Studies or similar, and/or with some work experience.

The qualities we will look for in a candidate are:

• Interest in and enthusiasm for aerospace or defence technology, its usage and application
• Understanding of the context of modern military operations
• Interest in the practice and process of consultancy
• Strong research skills
• Good communication skills, both orally and in written form
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite of programmes
• Courses / modules, or interest in, Economics or Finance are considered an advantage but not essential
• Additional language skills are considered an advantage but not required

We do not expect a candidate to have previous consulting experience or to possess an exhaustive knowledge of current defence technology and equipment. We do expect enthusiasm for the subject and a willingness to learn. This is a full-time position.

RSAdvisors is an equal opportunities employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the Analyst position without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.

Primary Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Perform primary- and secondary-source research using a variety of inputs, including industry-specific databases, trade and general news, company reports, industry reports, and other sources as needed
• Track relevant competitive and industry trends & dynamics
• Create and manage excel models and databases
• Assist in distilling data into discrete analyses to be incorporated into larger reports
• Deliver/communicate reports and findings to management and/or executive leadership

Why Renaissance Strategic Advisors

The successful candidate will benefit from practical experience of consulting and associated transferable skills. In particular, the Analyst will gain insight into the aerospace & defence industry and the trends and drivers that impact upon it.

The Analyst will have the opportunity to work as a part of a team with experienced consultants in the UK office and gain exposure to the wider RSAdvisors team. Lastly, the Analyst will receive regular mentoring from the UK RSAdvisors team.

• Each Analyst receives a supervisor/mentor, ensuring individual mentoring and partner interaction
• Analysts typically participate in client meetings in order to give insight into our value delivery model
• We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial and apprentice-style culture that enables staff to work with and learn from the firm’s highly experienced group of consultants, partners, and Advisory Board
• Everyone takes part in growing and developing the firm. This means you’ll learn both advanced consulting tradecraft and how the ‘business’ of consulting really works

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Senior Analyst/Associate, Arlington, VA

Who are we?

Renaissance Strategic Advisors is a high-end, boutique strategy consulting and M&A advisory firm focused on aerospace, defense, and government markets. Our team provides corporate strategy, market analysis, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advice, and due diligence services.  Our clients, with whom we work on the most critical strategic issues, are senior leadership teams of corporations and financial investors globally.

We offer competitive compensation and upward mobility for those who excel in our demanding yet invigorating work environment. New members will join a high-growth team of 60 professionals

• Each team member receives a supervisor/mentor, ensuring individual mentoring and partner interaction
• Team members participate in client meetings in order to give insight into our value delivery model
• We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial and apprentice-style culture that enables staff to work with and learn from the firm’s highly experienced group of consultants, partners and Advisory Board
• Everyone takes part in growing and developing the firm. This means you’ll learn both advanced consulting tradecraft and how the “business” of consulting really works
• We are a tight-knit team that takes great pride in maintaining our dynamic and fun culture

Who are we looking for?

Successful applicants must demonstrate:

• A passion for the aerospace, defense, space, government services, or emerging technology sectors
• Strong analytical skills and comfort with complex quantitative analysis
• Curiosity, energy, positivity and the ability to work in teams in a dynamic environment
• Ability to generate hypotheses, design and conduct research and synthesize and present conclusions
• Prior experience in the sector, especially in strategy, corporate development and M&A diligence

Primary day-to-day responsibilities – Analyst/Associate

• Perform primary- and secondary-source research using a variety of inputs, including industry-specific databases, trade and general news, company reports, industry reports, and other sources as needed
• Track relevant competitive and industry trends & dynamics
• Gain progressively more project management experience
• Create and manage excel models and databases
• Assist in distilling data into discrete analyses to be incorporated into larger reports
• Deliver/communicate reports and findings to management and/or executive leadership

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering, Finance, Business, Political Science, or Public Policy
• 2 to 5+ years of professional experience, with at least 2 years of relevant sector background
• Internship, work experience, or demonstrated interest in the aerospace, defense, or government services sector – or – with a consulting firm, investment bank, private equity, or venture capital firm
• Demonstrated skills in creating presentation deliverables, interacting with clients / customers, and design of Excel-based financial and/or market models
• Strong acumen in business writing and communication with clients and team members
• Applicants must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future
• Application requirements include a CV/resume, cover letter, and unofficial university transcript

Why Renaissance Strategic Advisors?

We are an industry-focused team that interfaces with a broad range of leading, innovative stakeholders in the community. Our analysts benefit from regular interaction with managers and senior staff and provide direct input into deliverables and client recommendations. We offer competitive compensation and upward mobility for those who excel in our demanding yet invigorating work environment. Additionally,

• Each Analyst/Associate receives a supervisor/mentor, ensuring individual mentoring and partner interaction
• Analyst/Associates typically participate in client meetings in order to give insight into our value delivery model
• We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial and apprentice-style culture that enables staff to work with and learn from the firm’s highly experienced group of consultants, partners and Advisory Board
• Everyone takes part in growing and developing the firm. This means you’ll learn both advanced consulting tradecraft and how the “business” of consulting really works
• We are a tight-knit team that takes great pride in maintaining our dynamic and fun culture

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Strategy Consulting Spring Analyst, London, UK

Who are we?

A high-end, boutique strategy consulting firm focused on aerospace, defence, and government markets. Our team provides corporate strategy, market entry and forecasting, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory, and competitive intelligence services to global corporate, private equity, and investment banking clients.

Who are we looking for?

RSAdvisors are undertaking a spring internship programme offering the opportunity for a candidate to join our UK team to gain experience in consultancy and the aerospace & defence industries. The role is ideally suited to a postgraduate student or recent graduate pursuing or having completed a programme within War Studies, Security Studies, Public Policy, International Studies or similar. Successful candidates must demonstrate:

• Interest in and enthusiasm for defence technology, its usage and application
• Understanding of the context of modern military operations
• Strong analytical skills and comfort with both complex quantitative analysis and problem solving
• Curiosity, energy, positivity and the ability to work in teams and under dynamic conditions
• Interest in the practice and process of consultancy

Preferred qualifications

• Strong research skills
• Good communication skills, both orally and in written form
• Strong acumen in writing for business and dealing face-to-face with clients
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite of programmes
• Courses / modules, or interest in, Economics or Finance are considered an advantage but not required
• Additional language skills are considered an advantage but not required

We do not expect a candidate to have previous consulting experience or possess an exhaustive knowledge of current defence technology and equipment. We do expect enthusiasm for the subject and a willingness to learn. We expect the intern to be available for a total of 35 hours per week for the duration of the internship (8 weeks between March and May 2023), though we are willing to be flexible to accommodate academic requirements. This is an unsponsored position.

RSAdvisors is an equal opportunities employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the Internship position without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.

Please apply below or email a current CV and cover letter to [email protected]. The deadline for receipt of applications is 27 February 2023. Applicants may be invited to interview to discuss the role and their suitability.

Why Renaissance Strategic Advisors?

We are a 50-person industry-focused team with locations in Washington DC and London. We work with clients ranging from the leading global A&D Fortune 500 companies to start-ups. We offer competitive compensation and upward mobility in an intellectually challenging and rewarding work environment.

Interns will join a group of multi-disciplinary senior consultants with decades of experience in the sector, taking the role of research analyst on live projects in close partnership with members of RSAdvisors staff. In so doing, the intern will contribute directly to work submitted to clients and will gain first-hand experience of consultancy in practice, and the imperatives driving the aerospace & defence industries. They will work to support our global client base alongside talented peer analysts, associates, and senior staff. Interns are fully integrated members of project teams and provide direct input into deliverables and client briefings. Daily activities will include primary and secondary source research, building market and financial models, and creating client presentations / deliverables.

At Renaissance Strategic Advisors:

• Spring Interns partake in training that includes functional skills in Excel and PowerPoint, advanced research methods, consulting trade craft, and industry / sector knowledge
• Interns will receive regular mentoring from the UK RSAdvisors team
• Interns gain practical experience by completing client-billable work and participating in the development of internal firm IP

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Strategy & Managment Consulting Summer Analyst (2024), Arlington, VA

Who are we?

Renaissance Strategic Advisors is a high-end, boutique strategy consulting and M&A advisory firm focused on aerospace, defense, and government markets. Our team provides corporate strategy, market analysis, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advice, and due diligence services.  Our clients, with whom we work on the most critical strategic issues, are senior leadership teams of corporations and financial investors globally.

Who are we looking for?

Successful candidates must demonstrate:

• A passion for the aerospace, defense, space, government services, or emerging technology sectors
• Strong analytical skills and comfort with both complex quantitative analysis and problem solving
• Curiosity, energy, positivity and the ability to work in teams in a dynamic environment

Required qualifications and application process

• Ability to be in the Washington, D.C. area from late May to August 2024
• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree preferably in Economics, Engineering, Finance, Business, Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy or other STEM related subjects
• Internship, work experience, or demonstrated interest in the aerospace, defense, security, or government services sector – OR – with a top consulting firm, investment bank, private equity, or venture capital firm
• Strong acumen in writing for business and dealing face-to-face with clients
• Applicants must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future
• Application requirements include a CV/resume, cover letter, and unofficial university transcript
• Please submit application materials via your school’s online portal or apply below

Why Renaissance Strategic Advisors?

We are a ~60-person, industry-focused team with a variety of backgrounds including engineering, political science, finance, & others. The company is headquartered in Arlington, VA outside of Washington, DC with additional offices in London and Melbourne and works with a broad range of leading, innovative stakeholders in the markets and communities that we serve. Our clients range from the leading global A&D Fortune 500 companies to start-ups.

Summer Analysts will join a group of multi-disciplinary senior consultants with decades of experience in the sector. They will work to support our global client base alongside talented peer analysts, associates, and senior staff. Summer Analysts are fully integrated members of project teams and provide direct input into deliverables and client briefings. Daily activities will include primary and secondary source research, building market and financial models, and creating client presentations / deliverables.

At Renaissance Strategic Advisors:

• Summer Analysts partake in a weeklong training program that includes functional skills in Excel and PowerPoint, advanced research methods, consulting tradecraft, and industry / sector knowledge
• Each Summer Analyst receives a mentor, ensuring individual attention and senior interaction
• Summer Analysts complete client-billable work and participate in the development of internal firm IP
• Summer Analysts also have the opportunity to lead an independent market analysis and take ownership of the deliverable, culminating in a firm-wide presentation to senior management

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