Mission Data Analyst Programmer

QinetiQ Security & Defence Contractors
Lincoln
1 day ago
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The Company

The Company


We are a highly innovative and rapidly growing defence and technology company that design develop and deliver some of the worlds most advanced defence related training products and services.


We were recently crowned Employer of the Year at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards 2023. We have been listed as one of the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK and Midlands by Best Companies several times as well as achieving Best Companies 3 Star Accreditation and a rating of world-class for our employee engagement on a number of occasions. We are also proud to have been honoured with two Queens Awards for Enterprise in Innovation for our next-generation GECO military mission planning system.


As part of a unique and specialist defence company our friendly team consists of experienced and highly capable individuals working together with a mature can do work ethic. Our central business functions are located in an easily accessible bright and modern head office to the west of Lincoln alongside our mission systems team while the majority of our operational specialists are embedded alongside our Defence customers.


The Role

Due to the continued expansion of the Technical and Strategic Services area of Inzpire and our support to the MoDs Mission Data for Information Advantage targets we are seeking applications from those interested in working in a rapidly expanding area of the defence industry Mission Data. The Joint Electromagnetic Warfare Operational Support Centre (JEWOSC) is situated at RAF Waddington and its mission is to deliver operational Mission Data to UK Ministry of Defence (MoD). There is no work from home option with this role.


As a Mission Data Programmer / Analyst you will turn raw emitter parametric data into high-quality tested and assured Mission Data that will be utilised on UK Military platforms across the three domains of land sea and air. This Mission Data ensures that the UK's military platforms operate at their most effective enhancing operator situational awareness and protection in high threat environments while providing operational advantages to friendly forces. Mission Data is vital for the proper functioning of the UK's military equipment and you will become part of the Whole Force Team charged with the responsibility of producing and testing this Mission Data.


As a Mission Data Programmer / Analyst you will be involved in all parts of the Mission Data Cycle with particular emphasis on the build test and post mission analysis. Mission Data products are specific to where they are used in the world the platform it is used on and tailored to ensure the best product for the operator. The whole process must be agile and performed both quickly and accurately to protect UK and allied lives and interests.


The Person

We are looking for curious open-minded individuals willing to learn adapt to and overcome complex problems with multiple variables. The suitable candidate should have at least an A-level awareness of mathematics and the physical sciences or previous experience in Mission Data or Electronic Warfare. Candidates must have exceptional communication skills and be willing to embrace the Inzpire work ethic of loyalty flexibility and consistently delivering above and beyond our customers expectations.


Educated to at least A-level or equivalent standard or possess relevant experience.


Open minded and eager to learn and progress.


Organised with solid time management skills.


Proactive self-motivated willing and able to work as a contractor in a militarised environment.


A professional and consultative approach and attitude to their work.


Confident and respectful to others team player.


Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.


Enjoys and is challenged by multifaceted and complex problems.


Willing to undertake initial training and pass to a satisfactory standard (SQEP level 1) in the first six months of employment.


Due to the nature of elements of the role the successful applicant must be a UK National and may be required to successfully complete National Security Vetting which may require criminal record security service and credit reference checks; qualification will also normally require a minimum UK residency of at least 5 years.


How to apply

If you have the required background and are interested in joining a high-performing team supporting the delivery of exceptional award-winning products and services to our customers we would be delighted to hear from you. Please click apply and follow the instructions to upload your CV.


Please note that we are part of the QinetiQ family and you will be taken to the QinetiQ careers website in order to complete your application.


Benefits

  • Our comprehensive benefits package includes :
  • 30 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays per year.
  • Uncapped leave scheme (upon successful completion of probation period).
  • Company provided private medical and dental insurance.
  • Company Share Incentive Scheme.
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
  • Annual profit and performance related pay scheme.
  • Generous death in service (100k).
  • Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme.
  • Business travel insurance.
  • Funded role specific training and financial assistance with professional development.
  • Tax efficient cycle to work and charitable giving schemes.
  • Tax efficient electric vehicle company car scheme.

Equal Opportunities

Inzpire are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for current and prospective employees. We recognise that a diverse talented and highly motivated workforce is pivotal to our continuing success therefore our selection decisions are based on the merit of the individual irrespective of their race colour religion gender age sexual orientation marital status disability or any other characteristic.


We genuinely recognise the benefits of a diverse and inclusive working environment. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer a supportive signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and a Gold award winner within the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We are therefore delighted to offer a guaranteed interview scheme to service leavers reservists and military spouses or partners (including those of service leavers) who meet all our advertised requirements.


Required Experience :


IC


Key Skills

Data Analytics, Microsoft Access, SQL, Power BI, R, Data Visualization, Tableau, Data Management, Data Mining, SAS, Data Analysis Skills, Analytics


Employment Type :


Full Time


Experience :


years


Vacancy :


1


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