Asset Performance Analyst

Asset Performance Analyst
Location: Williamtown,Garden Island, Australia
Hybrid

Job Description:

Engineering

Experienced professionals

ASSET PERFORMANCE ANALYST

Job Location: Garden Island, NSW - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

The Asset Performance Analyst is responsible for the conduct of Performance, Cost and Risk analysis tasks for the Guided Missile Destroyers (DDG) Materiel System (being the Asset of concern). This is an impactful position, where the Analyst will be able to contribute to and help influence decision-making behind the long-term optimisation of performance and cost outcomes for the Asset and related shore systems for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN).

Core Duties:

• Conducting Ongoing Performance Monitoring (OPM) of the Asset and its system or subsystem elements.
• Carrying out data processing and analysis activities (data cleansing, formatting or structuring, validation, statistical analysis, reporting).
• Preparation of impactful and influential reports, and associated recommendations, to support business cases and decision making using the outputs from performance, cost, and risk analysis activities.
• Supporting Lead personnel within the Asset Performance Group (APG) in providing accurate and quality information to help influence Asset Performance and Optimisation activities for key stakeholders, particularly the RAN.
• When required, participate in the planning of analysis activities, assessment of analytical tools, development and management of analysis plans, processes and frameworks.
• Defining and executing out ad-hoc, exploratory and proof of concept analysis outside of established analysis architecture and processes.

Desired experience:

• Experience with the compilation and analysis of technical data sourced from a technical environment, and providing conclusions and/or recommendations on such data (important),
• Experience within a defence maintenance environment (desirable),
• Experience within the ILS/IPS or Systems Engineering domain (desirable),
• Working knowledge of engineering, maintenance and financial policies and procedures in defence (desirable).

Position Requirements :

• A technical degree in the fields of either engineering, science, or maths, such as Mechanical or Systems Engineering, or Data Science.
• Excellent interpersonal and team skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent proficiency in general analytical techniques, such as statistical and root cause analysis.
• Highly motivated with a quality/continuous improvement mindset with excellent attention to detail.
• Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, in particular Word and Excel.
• Good knowledge and experience of BI tools, such as Tableau or Power BI, or similar statistical software such as JMP. Alternatively, a proven ability to rapidly learn such software with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of the Systems Engineering lifecycle.
• Must be able to obtain NV1.
• General knowledge of the ILS/IPS or Systems Engineering domain (desirable).

Why BAE Systems?

Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information

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