Graduate Business Analyst

Description

Job title: Graduate Air Business Analyst

Location: Warton / Samlesbury (Lancashire) We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – however for this role you will be expected to attend your site 3-4 days per week.

Salary: £34,000 Per Annum + £2,000 Welcome Bonus

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.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role description

This role supports the full Product Management lifecycle, contributing to a wide range of activities including stakeholder management, business analysis, problem-solving, architecture, project delivery, and financial controls. Working in line with IT processes, quality standards, and business requirements, the role involves managing complex activities and communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. The individual builds strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and partners, influencing outcomes at account level while applying expertise within their specialist area. They make decisions that contribute to the successful delivery of projects and achievement of team objectives, collaborating closely with colleagues, users, and customers to drive business value and continuous improvement.

Core duties

• Supports aspects the design and delivery of technology solutions, translating business requirements into scalable, secure and sustainable architectures aligned to enterprise standards and strategic objectives.
• Provides advice across the solution lifecycle, ensuring quality, compliance and effective governance.
• Works on cross-functional initiatives, engaging with business and technical stakeholders at all levels.
• Supports presentation of architectural options, influences key decisions and collaborates with suppliers, partners and delivery teams to achieve desired outcomes.
• Supports decision making that shape solution direction, project success and long-term technology capability. Works closely with architects, engineers, project teams and customers to support risk management, resolve issues and deliver business value.

The Air Team

We have a proud heritage in the development, manufacture, upgrade and support of world-leading combat and fast jet trainer aircraft. We operate across the globe, supporting design, production, and provision of aircraft including Typhoon, F-35 and Tempest.

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.

Qualification requirements

As a minimum requirement you must have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2:2 Bachelor’s degree or a pass at Master’s level in the following subjects: Any STEM or IT/Business related degree subject.

Start date: 6th September 2027 Length of contract: Permanent contract