Operational Analyst

TN United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for Operational Analysts to join their innovative team on the Global Combat Air System Programme. This role focuses on developing and demonstrating cutting-edge technologies for the next-generation Tempest fighter aircraft. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to complex mission systems and overseeing testing in synthetic environments. With opportunities to collaborate internationally and travel, this position offers a unique chance to be at the forefront of military aviation advancements. If you're passionate about technology and ready to tackle exciting challenges, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in STEM fields required.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experts to define scenarios and models for technologies.
• Support simulation and analysis to develop military capabilities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

System visualization and analysis

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics

Tools

Simulink

C

C++

Python

Job description

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Leonardo UK - Operational Analyst Role for GCAP

Leonardo UK is seeking Operational Analysts for the Global Combat Air System Programme (GCAP), which aims to deliver Tempest, a next-generation fighter aircraft replacing the RAF’s Typhoon.

Leonardo UK is advancing technologies in tactical sensing, data fusion, communications, machine learning, and defensive aids systems to enable Tempest to operate effectively in highly contested environments.

The role involves developing and demonstrating these technologies through synthetic environments and flight tests, working with the Ministry of Defence and air platform engineering teams to integrate capabilities into the Tempest aircraft.

This position covers the GCAP Portfolio, focusing on technology demonstrations and operational product development. The successful candidate will manage multidisciplinary teams to develop and integrate complex mission systems and oversee testing within synthetic environments and airborne trials.

GCAP is an international project, offering opportunities to travel and collaborate with teams in the UK, Italy, and Japan.

Applicants must be able to achieve at least SC security clearance and may need access to sensitive information, such as UK eyes only. Please refer to the UK National Security Vetting site for details.

The role requires some office-based work at Luton, Bristol, or Lincoln.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with system and domain experts to define scenarios and models for key technologies and innovations.
2. Support war gaming, simulation, and analysis to develop requirements and architectures for future military capabilities.
3. Model synthetic environments using commercial and bespoke simulation tools.
4. Develop engineering specifications, reports, and presentations for clients and partners.
5. Contribute to a growing team working on complex projects within GCAP.

Candidate Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to obtain SC security clearance.
• A degree or equivalent experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to visualize and analyze complex systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with a drive to succeed.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of military operating environments, especially aircrew threats.
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., Simulink) and programming (C, C++, Python).
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Understanding of sensors like RADAR, EO/IR, ESM, EA.
• Experience supporting military trials or environments.
• Basic systems engineering knowledge.