Senior Operations Analyst, Defence Strategy & Analysis

Australian Submarine Agency - AU Government

Canberra

On-site

AUD 124,000 - 140,000

Full time

2 days ago

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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.