Business Analyst – AI & Digital Transformation, Level III/IV

Woodward, Inc.

Business Analyst driving digital transformation initiatives to enable faster, data-driven decision-making at Woodward. Collaborating with functional leaders to identify opportunities leveraging AI, analytics, and data insights.

Posted 4/17/2026full-timeNiles • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $152,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategic requirements analysis across departments; identify enterprise-level opportunities and influence solution direction, including opportunities to leverage AI and data-driven insights.
Define documentation standards and testing strategies; ensure compliance and quality assurance across projects.
Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of data and analytics solutions to address complex business challenges; architect scalable solutions and lead enterprise-wide implementations; drive standardization and scalability across departments; provide strategic input on data, analytics, and digital transformation roadmaps.
Build strong stakeholder relationships across the enterprise; lead change management and drive adoption of new data, analytics, and AI-enabled solutions.
Oversee full development lifecycle for major initiatives; ensure alignment with architecture and security standards; support data transformation and digital initiatives; collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure success of initiatives; mentor and guide junior analysts; ensure alignment with project timelines and quality standards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Analytics, or a related field; advanced degrees (MBA or Master’s in Analytics, Data Science, or related field).
5–8 years of professional experience, including demonstrated success leading complex projects and cross-functional initiatives.
Proven ability to translate business needs into data-driven solutions and drive execution of digital transformation initiatives.
Experience working with data, analytics, and emerging AI technologies is preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
Paid parental leave
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts, Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analyticsAI technologiesdata transformationdigital transformationsolution architecturequality assurancedocumentation standardstesting strategiesproject managementstakeholder management

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationchange managementmentoringcollaborationinfluencingrelationship buildingstrategic thinkingproblem solvingorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeMBAMaster’s in AnalyticsMaster’s in Data Science