Graduate Data Analyst

Description

Job title: Graduate Air Data 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

The Applied Analytics team helps the business make better decisions by transforming data into actionable insights. Working closely with stakeholders, the team applies analytics, data science, and AI techniques to address real-world business challenges and deliver measurable outcomes.

As part of a diverse team of Data Scientists, Data Analysts, Data Engineers, and AI Engineers, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of statistical models, data products, and AI applications. You will support the delivery of innovative analytical solutions, deepen your understanding of the business, and continuously expand your technical and professional skills through hands-on experience across a variety of projects.

Core duties

• Support the development, testing, and deployment of AI and analytics solutions that deliver business value and improve decision-making.
• Collaborate with Data Scientists, Data Engineers, AI Engineers, and Analysts to create innovative data products, models, and AI capabilities.
• Prepare, analyse, and validate data from multiple sources to support analytics, machine learning, and AI development activities.
• Work with stakeholders to understand business challenges and contribute to the design of data-driven solutions that meet operational needs.
• Support the maintenance, improvement, and monitoring of analytical models, AI applications, and reporting solutions to ensure effectiveness and reliability.
• Apply data governance, security, and responsible AI principles while documenting solutions and sharing knowledge across the team.

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 subjects

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