EL 1 - Senior Operations Analyst

Australian Submarine Agency - AU Government; Canberra; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Submarine Agency is seeking an EL 1 Senior Operations Analyst in Canberra to lead evidence-based analysis informing capability decisions for Australia\'s nuclear-powered submarine program. The role involves advanced operations analysis, modelling, and data-driven approaches with multidisciplinary teams across the organisation.

The successful candidate will translate strategic challenges into analytical questions, oversee analytical activities from problem definition to

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex analytical studies to support Defence decision-making.
• Ability to translate strategic challenges into structured analytical questions and recommendations.
• Strong leadership, mentorship and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, conduct and delivery of complex analytical studies.
• Apply operations analysis methodologies and data-driven approaches to Defence problems.
• Translate challenges into structured analytical questions and evidence-based recommendations.
• Design, execute, validate and evaluate analytical activities, ensuring robust outputs.
• Provide leadership to ensure analytical products meet ASA standards.
• Mentor analysts within an integrated workforce.
• Coordinate team workloads, resources and deadlines.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand requirements and communicate findings.
• Contribute to development of analytical methods, tools and processes.
• Prepare high-quality reports and briefing materials for senior leaders.

Skills

Operations Analysis

Modelling & Simulation

Quantitative analysis

Data-driven approaches

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Job description

The Role

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

The EL 1 Senior Operations Analyst is a senior technical and analytical leader responsible for delivering evidence-based analysis to inform capability decisions. The role requires the application of Operations Analysis, systems thinking, quantitative and qualitative methodology, modelling and simulation and other analytical techniques to solve complex challenges relating to submarines and the undersea environment. Through this work, the analyst will provide robust decision support to senior stakeholders.

Working with a high degree of autonomy, the EL 1 Senior Operations Analyst will lead analytical activities from problem definition through to delivery of recommendations, ensuring that analysis is rigorous, transparent, and aligned with agency priorities. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage competing priorities and build trusted relationships across the organisation and enterprise.

The EL 1 Senior Operations Analyst will:

• Lead the planning, conduct, and delivery of complex analytical studies to support Defence decision-making.
• Apply Operations Analysis methodologies, modelling and simulation, quantitative analysis, and data-driven approaches to complex Defence problems.
• Translate strategic and operational challenges into structured analytical questions and develop evidence-based recommendations.
• Lead the design, execution, validation, and evaluation of analytical activities, ensuring outputs are technically robust and fit for purpose.
• Provide professional leadership and oversight to ensure analytical products meet ASA standards.
• Manage and mentor analysts within an integrated workforce, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional development.
• Coordinate and prioritise team workloads, resources, and deliverables to meet organisational objectives and deadlines.
• Engage with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to understand requirements, communicate complex concepts, and achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of analytical methods, tools, frameworks, and business processes.
• Prepare and present high-quality written reports, briefing materials, and recommendations for senior leaders and decision-makers.

• $124,393 - $140,315 (+ up to 15.4% Superannuation)
• Majura - ACT

The Role

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

The EL 1 Senior Operations Analyst is a senior technical and analytical leader responsible for delivering evidence-based analysis to inform capability decisions. The role requires the application of Operations Analysis, systems thinking, quantitative and qualitative methodology, modelling and simulation and other analytical techniques to solve complex challenges relating to submarines and the undersea environment. Through this work, the analyst will provide robust decision support to senior stakeholders.

Working with a high degree of autonomy, the EL 1 Senior Operations Analyst will lead analytical activities from problem definition through to delivery of recommendations, ensuring that analysis is rigorous, transparent, and aligned with agency priorities. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage competing priorities and build trusted relationships across the organisation and enterprise.

The EL 1 Senior Operations Analyst will:

• Lead the planning, conduct, and delivery of complex analytical studies to support Defence decision-making.
• Apply Operations Analysis methodologies, modelling and simulation, quantitative analysis, and data-driven approaches to complex Defence problems.
• Translate strategic and operational challenges into structured analytical questions and develop evidence-based recommendations.
• Lead the design, execution, validation, and evaluation of analytical activities, ensuring outputs are technically robust and fit for purpose.
• Provide professional leadership and oversight to ensure analytical products meet ASA standards.
• Manage and mentor analysts within an integrated workforce, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional development.
• Coordinate and prioritise team workloads, resources, and deliverables to meet organisational objectives and deadlines.
• Engage with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to understand requirements, communicate complex concepts, and achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of analytical methods, tools, frameworks, and business processes.
• Prepare and present high-quality written reports, briefing materials, and recommendations for senior leaders and decision-makers.

• $124,393 - $140,315 (+ up to 15.4% Superannuation)
• Majura - ACT

This role is based in Canberra, ACT, and offers the opportunity to contribute to significant capability and operational analysis activities in support of national security outcomes.

The successful applicant must satisfy all applicable security and workforce suitability requirements, including ITAR eligibility, Nuclear Suitability obligations, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance.

About our Team

The Requirements Analysis and Intelligence Directorate provides analytical and intelligence support to the Capability Sponsor within the Australian Submarine Agency (ASA). The directorate enables informed and evidence-based decision-making by supporting the development, management, governance and assurance of capability requirements throughout the capability lifecycle.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.

We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative professional who can combine technical excellence with leadership and stakeholder engagement. The successful applicant will be capable of leading complex analytical activities, driving evidence-based decision-making, and developing the people, processes, and analytical approaches required to support ASA outcomes.

The role offers an opportunity to influence significant agency decisions relating to the defence of Australia, while working in a dynamic environment at the intersection of strategy, operations, capability, and analysis.

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