Data Analyst – Parametric Estimator

Job Title: Data Analyst – Parametric Estimator

Job Location: Rochester, Kent UK -Working Onsite

Salary: Circa £40,000 depending on experience and skills

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

Role Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated Data Analyst & Parametric Estimator to support the Independent Cost Evaluation (ICE) team and the Bid Centre. The ICE team provides independent cost and risk analysis for bids/ proposals and major programmes. The Bid Centre is a centralised team that provide support and governance to help strengthen the robustness of bids. This is an exciting opportunity for an analytical professional who enjoys transforming complex data into actionable insights and developing data-driven estimating solutions that support strategic business decisions.

Core Duties:

• Gather, cleanse and analyse historical cost, technical and programme data to identify trends, correlations and cost drivers
• Create dashboards, reports and visualisation to communicate insights effectively
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through the application of analytics and automation and reduce the reliance on excel
• Collaborate with engineering and the bid teams to gather the data required to develop, maintain and improve parametric estimating models (SEER) (Training to be provided)
• Opportunity to become Parametric Estimating lead for the site to ensure consistency of use across the Product Lines and build the capability for the site
• Business Modelling when required

Essential Skills:

• Experience of data analysis and data visualisation tools and developing automated reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, data manipulation and modelling
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills in of defence, aerospace, engineering or manufacturing environments
• Ability to work accurately, methodically and adaptably on large and complex datasets
• Qualification or equivalent experience in finance, math’s, science, engineering, IT, cost estimating or business would be advantageous
• Experience with SQL, Python, AI or other analytical tools

The Independent Cost Evaluation team – part of the wider bid centre:

We are seeking a highly motivated Data Analyst & Parametric Estimator to support the Independent Cost Evaluation (ICE) team and the Bid Centre. The ICE team provides independent cost and risk analysis for bids/ proposals and major programmes. The Bid Centre is a centralised team that provide support and governance to help strengthen the robustness of bids. This is an exciting opportunity for an analytical professional who enjoys transforming complex data into actionable insights and developing data-driven estimating solutions that support strategic business decisions.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 30th July 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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