Portsmouth Job Summary Are you skilled in data analysis and do you thrive on collaboration, innovation and problem-solving? Can you bring your digital and data expertise to our diverse team supporting the UK Armed Forces? If so, 1710 Naval Air Squadron could be the place for you With a heritage dating back to the 1930s and based in HM Naval Base Portsmouth, 1710 Naval Air Squadron is a mixed Civil Service and Tri-Service Military team of technical specialists from multidisciplinary backgrounds. We use scientific and engineering reasoning to overcome UK Ministry of Defence aircraft operational issues spanning operations across the globe, enhancing aviation and general military capability. We are currently leading the development and application of Data Exploitation and AI projects within the UK MoD Aviation domain and need further support to grow the capability available to frontline. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job Description As our Data Analyst you will analyse and synthesise data whilst providing active input into the development of programs and software in support of Data Exploitation activities. You will be responsible for delivering data management and produce applicable data models, whilst applying available technology, but also looking to integrating new and emergent ways to solve problems. You will be maintaining and updating already developed software and models and integrate modern approaches and standard methodology. As part of a quality management service, you will identify the most appropriate way to collate and prepare data, as well as visualising the output. Travel opportunities to additional sites, off-site trials, conferences, and visits to external partners. Responsibilities As a Data Analyst within our team, your role will include: Analyse and synthesise data Performing ETL mapping within data integration disciplines. Develop an internal approach of data management, including data sources: organisation and storage: and provide solutions of potential analytical techniques exploiting the data Perform validation checks Interpret customer requirements and visually present data in an effective manner Defining and implementing detailed data archive strategies to assure the integrity of data Providing expert advice and support to Navy Command, and other Front-Line Commands, on the operation and exploitation of aviation data Support the team in further underpinning an expert data exploitation capability within a fresh and innovative department As our Data Analyst you will analyse and synthesise data whilst providing active input into the development of programs and software in support of Data Exploitation activities. You will be responsible for delivering data management and produce applicable data models, whilst applying available technology, but also looking to integrating new and emergent ways to solve problems. You will be maintaining and updating already developed software and models and integrate modern approaches and standard methodology. As part of a quality management service, you will identify the most appropriate way to collate and prepare data, as well as visualising the output. Travel opportunities to additional sites, off-site trials, conferences, and visits to external partners. Responsibilities As a Data Analyst within our team, your role will include: Analyse and synthesise data Performing ETL mapping within data integration disciplines. Develop an internal approach of data management, including data sources: organisation and storage: and provide solutions of potential analytical techniques exploiting the data Perform validation checks Interpret customer requirements and visually present data in an effective manner Defining and implementing detailed data archive strategies to assure the integrity of data Providing expert advice and support to Navy Command, and other Front-Line Commands, on the operation and exploitation of aviation data Support the team in further underpinning an expert data exploitation capability within a fresh and innovative department Person specification Person specification Your existing skills and experience will be invaluable and a passion for digital and data will be vital for the role. Essential Criteria: Critical thinking and problem solving: You need to be able to apply design thinking approaches to support a variety of customers and critical thinking to assist the problem-solving process of engineering and scientific problems, whilst applying novel solutions Ownership and Initiative: You take accountability for issues that occur and are proactive in searching for potential problems. You are self-motivated and can work unaided as part of a team, whilst achieving and focusing on user outcomes. Service Focus: You have an awareness on how to maintain focus on the whole life of service delivery - from idea to operation. Data Analyst experience: you have experience in a data engineering field within a professional or personal setting. Passion for Technology: You understand core technical concepts related to the role and can apply them with guidance. Approach to work: You have an enthusiastic, adaptable, and inquisitive approach towards new challenges. You are able to carry out a range of ETL data mapping and integration methods, implementing adequate solutions in relation to business requirements Perform a variety of analysis techniques (incl. management of databases T/SQL, ability to create views using complex calculations to feed Business Intelligence platforms) and are able to advise on best practice and choice of technique. Desirable Criteria: Requirements gathering; you understand how to capture user and stakeholder requirements and know how to translate this into technical steps. Visualising data aligned with business goals and be able to shape presentation of applied data to team members and customers (this will include tools such as MS Power BI and inhouse developed solutions) Implement actions and rectify problems regarding databases, processing and provided services Proficiency with Python or similar programming languages Development and maintenance of web applications and technologies (including APIs) Present solutions to stakeholders Experience in Azure Dev Ops and cloud services. It is unusual that all candidates will meet all the desirable criteria. If your skills and experience look slightly different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the Data Analyst role and the team, we strongly encourage you to apply. We'd love to hear from you Qualifications We seek applicants with strong English and Maths skills and a Level 3 qualification within a digital related field, or a minimum of three years equivalent practical experience related to a digital and data domain. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Working Together Making Effective Decisions Changing and Improving We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Making Effective Decisions Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Digital and Data profession capability framework – Data Analyst: Data modelling, cleansing and enrichment Digital and Data profession capability framework – Data Analyst: Communicate between the technical and non-technical Alongside your salary of £36,530, Ministry of Defence contributes £10,582 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. As a civil servant in Navy Command, you will be part of a forward-looking organisation with inclusive workplace policies, excellent career prospects, and a job that makes a difference. Navy Command prides itself on being a supportive employer and encourages flexible working where possible, helping you maintain a great work/life balance. Other Benefits For Navy Command Civil Servants Include: 25 days paid annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service A very competitive pension scheme Personal & professional development Alternative working patterns for many roles Access to a confidential, professional support service Discount schemes Bicycle/season ticket loans Enhanced parental and adoption leave Special paid leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year Onsite parking Onsite gym and sports facilities In Navy Command, we believe everyone has the potential to make a difference. You will be supported to learn and advance in your career, including working towards membership of a professional body and/or undertaking an apprenticeship as part of your role. Apprenticeships If successful we could support you through an apprenticeship in a role related field. An apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through an apprenticeship, you will gain professional knowledge, practical experience, and broader skills to upskill you in your current role and pave the way for your future career. Most training will be ‘on-the-job’, with the remaining ‘off-the-job’ training often delivered by a training provider. This means minimal disruption and maximum impact. Professional qualifications can be achieved through an apprenticeship, ranging from Level 2 (equivalent to 5 GCSEs) to Levels 4-7. Apprenticeships normally last between 12 months and 3 years, depending on the level. Anyone can undertake an apprenticeship, and everyone, regardless of age, can benefit from developing their skills in an accredited way. Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their manager when in post. Our Ethos We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. There is a guaranteed interview scheme (GIS) for individuals with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements. The post does not offer relocation expenses. External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period. Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed. Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/. The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments. MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey – We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills. This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours, Technical Skills and Experience. Please refer to the Navy Command Applicants Guide attached for further details. Applications will be assessed following the closing date. If successful at the sift stage, you will be invited to interview. Interviews will be a blend of Behaviour, Technical Skills, and Experience type questions. Interviews will take place at 1710 Naval Air Squadron, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth. At sift, you will be assessed against your CV, Statement of suitability and the following: Behaviour : Making Effective Decisions Experience : Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability. (750 Word count) Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience. When choosing your Behaviour examples, please make sure you use real life scenarios that relate to your own experiences. Whilst technology may help to enhance your written submission, presenting the ideas of others or those generated by technology, could result in your application being rejected. Behaviour : At interview, you will be assessed against the following: Making Effective Decisions Working Together Changing and Improving Technical : Digital and Data profession capability framework – Data Analyst: Data modelling, cleansing and enrichment Digital and Data profession capability framework – Data Analyst: Communicate between the technical and non-technical The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3mod.gov.uk. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This Job Is Broadly Open To The Following Groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. 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). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. 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). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job Contact : Name : Stephanie Griffiths Email : Stephanie.Griffiths129mod.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3mod.gov.uk Further information Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. 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