Junior Analyst – Maritime Survivability Fareham, England
Job description
Details
Reference number
Salary
Job grade
Contract type
Business area
Type of role
Operational Research
Working pattern
Number of jobs available
Contents
Location
About the job
Benefits
Things you need to know
Apply and further information
Location
About the job
Job summary
Are you looking for a rewarding career as a Junior Analyst/Operational Researcher?
Would you like exciting work, working alongside interesting people and with access to knowledge available nowhere else, with the opportunity for continued self-development?
Would you like to work on unique projects helping to protect the security and stability of the UK and partner nations?
Would you like to gain further academic qualifications to develop your future career?
If so, now is an exciting time to join The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) as we look forward to shaping the future by pushing the boundaries on technology advancements and new concepts. Driven by our core values, we are consistent in challenging the norms, embracing diversity and rewarding innovation. When you join us you will be a member of a diverse community of analysts where you will feel motivated by the opportunities to develop your own learning, drive your own career and deliver impactful Science and Technology in the process.
In this role you will gain exposure to innovative technologies and seek to build an in-depth understanding of how Junior Analysts/Operational Researchers shape the future of defence and security.
Dstl recognises the importance of diversity and inclusion as people from diverse backgrounds bring fresh ideas. We are committed to building an inclusive working environment in which each employee fulfils their potential and maximises their contribution.
We particularly welcome female and ethnic minority applicants and those from the LGBTQI community, as they are under-represented within Dstl at these levels.
Job description
- The Maritime Survivability (MS) Junior Analyst will work as part of the Maritime Survivability team, itself part of the Platform Survivability Group within the Platform Systems Division.
- The fundamental role of the MS Junior Analyst will be to provide modelling and analytical support to decision-making across a range of maritime projects/programmes. On occasion this may be extended to other domains.
- Part of the role will involve development of survivability analysis techniques generally – this includes using the suite of modelling & simulation tools that supports the team’s work, such as the commercially available wargame/simulation Command: Modern Operations, and will involve some software development/coding using languages such as Python and Lua.
- In due course, the MS Junior Analyst will develop into the role and will be able to lead studies and/or act as Technical Partner for work carried out externally (in industry/academia).
We are looking for individuals who have a curious and analytical mind, with an interest in this field of work and have the drive and potential to make a tangible difference to the survivability of His Majesty’s ships in a complex, fluid and demanding threat environment.
Person specification
We are looking for someone who has:
- an analytical mind
- an interest in the survivability of naval platforms
- the drive and potential to make a tangible difference to the survivability of His Majesty’s ships in a complex, fluid and demanding threat environment
- a willingness and ability to learn & develop their current skillset
- equivalent relevant skills / wider background knowledge
Working Conditions
Based at a core Dstl site in an office environment. Travel between Dstl and customer/partner sites will be required – such as Navy Command HQ (Portsmouth), MOD Abbey Wood (Bristol), MOD Main Building (London) and other Government departments.
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver innovative science and technology with our partners, working in a way they need to wherever they need to.
Important Information
Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners.
This role will require full UK security clearance and you should have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. For some roles Developed Vetting will also be required, in this case you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Managing a Quality Service
- Communicating and Influencing
- Working Together
Benefits
Benefits
Dstl’s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes:
Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution (find out more here). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme.
Flexible working: Working options include alternative working patterns, compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours
Flexible working hours: Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month.
Annual leave: A generous annual leave allowance starting at 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum.
Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid
Learning and Development: Encouragement and support on charterships, accreditations and access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Paid memberships with 2 relevant bodies/institutions. Employees have access to Civil Service Learning.
Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
The information pack can be found attached to the job specification on Civil Service Jobs.
Diversity
We have a number of support networks to ensure all employees feel supported at work. These include the following:
Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Network
Race, Faith and Culture Network
Parents and Carer Support Network
Alternative Working Network
Gender Equality Network
New Starters Network
Enabled Network, for people with visible and non-visible disabilities.
For further information about Dstl please check out our LinkedIn page
Things you need to know
Selection process details
Sifting will take place shortly after the role has closed, with successful applicants being invited to attend an interview at Dstl Portsdown West.
We want you to have your best chance of success in our recruitment process, so If at any stage of the application process you would like help or assistance please contact the Dstl Recruitment Team [email protected] and we will do all we can to support you.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).
Nationality requirements
This job is not open to candidates who hold a dual nationality.
Working for the Civil Service
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
Apply and further information
Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
Recruitment team
Further information
