Business Analyst

About E.L. Blake Corporation E.L. Blake Corporation (ELB) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission-critical operational and technical support to the U.S. Department of Defense, with a focus on U.S. Air Force mission planning systems. ELB delivers highly skilled personnel and scalable solutions that ensure system readiness, operational compliance, and mission success across global environments. Position Overview E.L. Blake Corporation is seeking a Business Analyst to support the company's Business Development and growth objectives. Working closely with the Director of Business Development, the Business Analyst will conduct market and federal contracting research, analyze business information, and provide insights that support the identification and evaluation of potential business opportunities. This position is ideal for an analytical professional interested in federal contracting, market research, and using data and business intelligence to help drive organizational growth. Why Join ELB This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in business analysis and federal government contracting while contributing directly to ELB's growth efforts. The Business Analyst will gain exposure to federal markets, procurement activity, competitive research, business opportunity analysis, and strategic decision support. Key Responsibilities Research federal agencies, programs, contracts, procurement activity, markets, customers, competitors, and industry trends relevant to ELB. Analyze business and market information to identify trends, opportunities, and insights that support ELB's growth objectives. Support the Director of Business Development in evaluating potential business opportunities through research, data analysis, and comparison of available information. Develop reports, dashboards, spreadsheets, presentations, and other analytical products that clearly communicate research findings and business insights. Present factual findings and observations to the Director of Business Development and other designated stakeholders. Collaborate across ELB to gather and analyze information relevant to assigned business analyses. Required Qualifications U.S. Citizenship Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Management, or a related field; relevant professional experience may substitute for formal education 0–2 years of professional, internship, or academic experience involving business analysis, data analysis, research, or a related area Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative information Strong research, analytical, and communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience or internship exposure within federal government contracting or a DoD environment Familiarity with federal government contracting and procurement processes Experience conducting market, competitive, or business research Experience with data visualization, dashboards, or business reporting tools Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions up to 4% Responsible Time Off (RTO) program supporting flexibility and work-life balance 40 hours of paid sick leave annually Paid holidays Company-paid basic life insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr E. L. Blake, Inc.