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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Analyst - **Company:** RTX Corporation - **Location:** Warminster, UK - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Amazon Web Services, Business Analytics Applications, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Data Architecture, Data Dictionary, Data Integrity, Data Security, Data Visualization, Data Warehousing, Database Queries, Elasticsearch, Python (Programming Language), Metadata, Performance Tuning, Power BI, Tableau (Software), Data Processing, Azure Data Factory, Grafana, HybridCloud, Data Lakes, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Data Management, Data Lakehouse, Looker Analytics, Databricks - **Published:** May 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/60E9DE7B6E0043778B5192FCC5D57C96/job/ ## About the Role You'll have a mission focus, and the enthusiasm and drive to 'get things done'. You'll want to work in collaboration with other defence training organisations, and the British Army. You won't let bureaucracy get in the way of what needs to be done, you'll learn lessons and share these lessons across the team. You'll understand what it means to put the mission first. We're looking for a curious, detail-oriented Data Analyst who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about unlocking the value of data to improve Army training outcomes, with a strong ability to interpret complex datasets and communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. They should be comfortable working across hybrid cloud environments, collaborating with engineers and architects, and contributing to the evolution of innovative, secure, and scalable data solutions. A proactive mindset, eagerness to explore emerging technologies, and commitment to data integrity and governance are essential. This role requires a systems-thinking mindset, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to work across engineering teams in a complex and evolving environment. Essential Skills and Experience: * Minimum 2+ years' experience in a Data Analyst or similar analytical role, ideally within defence, government, or complex enterprise environments. * Experience working within large-scale, secure data environments and contributing to digital transformation initiatives. * Working knowledge of data architecture principles and experience collaborating with engineering teams in Agile delivery environments. * Strong understanding of relational and dimensional data modelling, including support for metadata and data dictionary management. * Experience working within cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, and programme leads. * Understanding of data security principles, governance frameworks, and MOD compliance standards. * Strong SQL skills for querying and manipulating structured datasets. * Proficiency in Python or R for statistical analysis, data wrangling, and automation. * Experience building dashboards and visualisations using Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent BI tools. * Advanced Excel skills for analytical modelling and reporting. * Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure or AWS), particularly in hybrid data environments. * Experience working with data Lakehouse technologies (e.g. Delta Lake, Databricks, or similar platforms). * Security cleared or ability to obtain (SC or above). Desirable Skills and Experience: * Degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related discipline (MSc desirable but not essential), or equivalent professional accreditation. * Knowledge or experience of Army doctrine and analysing training performance data and metrics and Performance Indicators. * Experience with additional BI and analytics platforms (e.g. Looker, Elastic Stack, or similar visualisation and observability tools). * Knowledge of data protection and compliance frameworks (e.g. UK GDPR, Data Protection Act, or comparable regulatory standards). * Relevant professional certifications (e.g. Microsoft Certified Data Analyst Associate, AWS/Azure Data Fundamentals, DAMA Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), or equivalent). * Familiarity with training systems, simulation data, or performance analytics. ## Description * Analyse complex datasets and translate findings into actionable insights aligned with Army training objectives. * Design and deliver clear, meaningful visualisations and reports that support operational decision-making. * Develop and maintain data models, metrics, and metadata structures to improve training analytics. * Maintain and govern data dictionaries to ensure consistency and shared understanding across domains. * Collaborate with data architects and engineers to ensure analytical outputs align with enterprise architecture and platform standards. * Support the evolution of data architectures by contributing analytical requirements and feedback. * Communicate analytical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders to inform strategy and operational improvements. * Conduct exploratory analysis and limited prototyping to evaluate emerging data techniques relevant to training analytics. * Ensure analytics processes comply with security, governance, and regulatory requirements. * Apply architecture principles and security controls within analytical workflows. * Author and maintain documentation to ensure analytical processes are repeatable, auditable, and scalable. * Utilise the Omnia Data Lakehouse platform effectively, providing insight into performance optimisation and alignment with training needs. ## Related Videos - [Data Science, ML & AI in the Oil and Gas Industry at NDT Global - Dr. Katja Träumner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1308-data-science-ml-ai-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-ndt-global-dr-katja-traumner) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and more: A comparison of modern API styles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100247-rest-graphql-grpc-and-more-a-comparison-of-modern-api-styles) - [5 steps for running a Kubernetes environment at scale](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/88-5-steps-for-running-a-kubernetes-environment-at-scale) - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [Data Analyst Salary Austria](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/275-data-analyst-salary-austria)