Operability Analyst

Job Description

Operability Analyst

Job Location: SA – Adelaide or VIC – Melbourne (Hybrid), flexible location. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

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

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operability Analyst to join our Hunter Class Frigate (HCF) Program delivery team. This role can be based at any BAE Systems Australia location however, some travel interstate may be required.

Reporting to the Systems Lead Operability Analyst, this role will be developing and completing the Evolution, Systems and Compartment Operability Statements (OPSTATs) for the Hunter Class Frigate Program. Liaising with Support System Training team to ensure Scheme of Complement and Watch & Station Bill development supports CS Operability concept of operations.

This role is accountable for supporting Combat and Platform System Delivery teams and Support System teams as required for Operability context The purpose of this role is to conduct operational based analysis of the planned system configurations and associated physical implementation in the HCF Combat System design to inform and deliver modification of existing Type 26 (T26) Global Combat Ship, drafting of new HCF CS OPSTATs and supporting Model Based System Engineering development of system architecture and use cases.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

Core Duties:

• Conduct activity analysis of RAN requirements and Navy Mission Essential Tasks to inform system design solutions and physical implementation.
• Identify and describe the relationships between operational activities and system engineering solutions, system functions and physical locations of equipment within compartments,
• Provide SME support to Model Based System Engineering personnel in the development of CS architecture diagrams and use cases,
• Author the modification of T26 OPSTATs to correctly describe the Evolutions, Systems and Compartments on the HCF,
• Author new Combat System OPSTATs to correctly describe the Evolutions, Systems and Compartments on the HCF,
• Contribute to Platform System and Transverse OPSTATs to correctly describe the Evolutions, Systems and Compartments on the HCF, as requested by the teams conducting that work,
• Attend Working Groups and engage with HCF engineers to provide SME advice and identify and document key System and Compartment features of the HCF for inclusion in OPSTATs, and
• Contribute to the interactive design reviews of compartments highlighting features and ensuring consistency with the content of the OPSTAT and the compartment design.
• Conduct Operability Evaluations (OPEVALS) with Commonwealth and HCF Program Stakeholder to validate the OPSTATs.

About YOU

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Previous experience within Australian Shipbuilding projects or an operational/technical background within the Royal Australian Navy.

• Extensive RAN operational experience in a Combat System Communications or Electronic Warfare role
• Previous experience with the preparation of Technical Authoring (advantageous)
• Adelaide, SA or Melbourne, VIC with occasional travel to Adelaide

• The ability to operate in a large, complex project in a multi-disciplinary, matrix management environment
• Previously collated and assimilated information from a wide variety of sources
• Great communication skills both written and verbal

• Current NV1 Defence Security clearance or eligibility to obtain

TheHunterTeam

BAE Systems Australia is leading the largest ever surface ship project in Australia’s defence history – the design and build of Hunter class frigates. The Hunter Class Frigate Program is transforming Australia’s shipbuilding industry by supporting the building of a world-class, continuous naval shipbuilding capability for our nation

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.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances.