Operations Analyst

SA, Mawson Lakes
- Systems Engineering
- 16075BR

**About us**:

- At Lockheed Martin Australia, we believe that when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. We champion inclusion and continuous learning, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. And we thrive on collaboration, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. Every day is a chance to solve the world’s most complex challenges and make a profound impact. Experience it here.

**Your responsibilities will include**:
**About the Role**:
The Operations Analyst will primarily be responsible for the conduct of studies and ad hoc analyses to support various Lockheed Martin teams involved in meeting the needs of Defence customers. This will include the implementation of modelling and simulation frameworks to inform analyses. You will work closely with the Senior Operations Analyst and other assigned staff to develop and deliver relevant advice and analysis to a range of stakeholders. You will cultivate detailed knowledge across a range of relevant topics such as Defence Policy, Military Doctrine, Operational Concepts, Threat Systems, and Analytic Methods in both domestic and international contexts.

**In this role, you will**:

- Work with stakeholders to understand the question(s) to be answered through analysis
- Understand the context of the problem through operational scenarios and functional analysis
- Identify appropriate data and metrics that will be used in the analysis to answer the question(s)
- Establish a fit-for-purpose methodology (qualitative or quantitative) that will permit the analysis to be completed within a relevant timeframe
- Implement modelling and simulation frameworks to provide data to inform the analysis.
- Execute the analysis and report the findings to stakeholders in a format that most effectively conveys the information

**About you**:
**To be successful in this role, you will have**:

- Tertiary qualifications (Bachelor’s degree) in a related discipline from a recognised institution, or equivalent experience
- Understanding of Defence structures, concept and doctrine as well as the operational employment of defence assets
- A strong interest in Operations Analysis / Operations Research including understanding customer needs and formulating them into a comprehensive problem statement for required analyses
- Experience with modelling and simulation as a discipline
- Experience working in an engineering or project environment
- Experience deconstructing complex problems and evaluating alternative solutions to determine best value based on customer-provided performance weightings.
- Experience presenting research or analysis findings to an audience with a broad level of technical expertise.
- Strong communication skills including writing to, speaking with and listening to the Customer
- Current NV1 or Baseline clearance (with eligibility to obtain NV1)

**Special Requirements**:

- Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

**What we offer you**:

- When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else.
We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in.
- Flexible work & Hybrid work options
- Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback
- A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
- Additional benefits such as Annual Flu Vaccinations, Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs

**Equal Opportunity Statement**
- Lockheed Martin supports Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, harassment free, diverse, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. Diversity and inclusion are the foundation of our culture and reflect our values of doing what’s right, respecting others and performing with excellence. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful.

**Vacancy Country**
- Australia

**Vacancy Type**
- Permanent

**Employee Type**
- Full Time

**Job Expires**
- 22/02/2025