We are seeking a highly-motivated, self-starting Operational Analysts who are interested in working on a range of interesting and diverse projects such as war gaming. We are looking for individuals with proven experience of working to a high standard within the Defence Sector, spanning research activities and procurement advice within the MOD Acquisition Lifecycle, on complex capability projects.

What do the Operational Analyst Team do?

Developing and presenting analytical approaches and subsequent Operational Analyst evidence to scrutiny and assurance bodies;

Leading multi-disciplinary teams in delivering complex projects and programmes;

Conducting options analysis using approaches such as, but not limited to, Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA);

Conducting Balance of Investment cases that inform problems and business cases;

Facilitating workshops and eliciting data and information from different stakeholders;

Presenting project outcomes to a range of decision makers;

Engaging clients and stakeholders;

Business development and winning work;

Collaborating with colleagues to develop technical approaches to problems for submission in proposals to clients;

Writing technical reports (including white papers, research papers, project reports and business cases); and

It's an exciting time to be part of QinetiQ. We are always looking for great people to join us as we continue to grow into new markets around the world. We currently have many opportunities and would love to hear from candidates who are interested in joining us now or in the future., Our people. Our employees make the critical difference to customers by providing unique answers which combine technical expertise, deep domain knowledge and rigorous independent thinking.

You'll share our values of Performance, Collaboration and integrity and our purpose to protect the safety, security, values and interest of our nation.

You'll also be part of a business that was named the Most Admired Aerospace & Defence Company in the Britain's Most Admired Companies 2021 study.

QinetiQ offers varied, rewarding and interesting careers across a range of locations in the UK and overseas.

We have a highly competitive salary and benefits package: our basic salaries are very attractive as we constantly review what's happening in the market. The range of benefits that we offer include, adaptive and flexible working, generous holiday entitlements, Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance and much more.

We explore multiple domains of application - Air, Space, Land and Maritime throughout the life cycle - from concept through development and operation to disposal.

We have practitioners at all levels up to and including internationally recognised individuals. Our blended approach to learning means you'll have access to formal training, mentoring, and assisted self-development and on the job training.

Excel, and your potential will be spotted. Our continuing professional development covers all career stages and levels of seniority.

With our Adaptive approach, you can work the way you want - flexibly, on-site, remotely or via hybrid working.