Lead Project Controller – Data Analytics
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. BAE Systems scores A on the Alion truth index.
Job Title: Lead Project Controller - Data Analytics
Location: Glasgow, Scotstoun - minimum 1 day per week onsite
Salary: Up to £54,000 (dependent on skills and experience)
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 LeadProject Controller (Data Analytics) supports programme delivery through the application of project controlsexpertise, advanced analytics, reporting, and performance insight. Acting as a subject matter expert, the roledrives data-led decision-making, ensuring the effective application of project controlsstandards, governance, and performance managementpractices. Working closely with PM&C leadership, project teams, and senior stakeholders, the individualprovides guidance, assurance, and challengeto improve performance and accountability. The rolealso leadsthe development of analytics capabilities, reporting frameworks, and managementinformation, enhancing transparency, predictability, and informed decision-making across the portfolio
Core Duties:
- Leadthe design, development, enhancement and maintenance of complexreporting solutions across the portfolio
- Act as the technical subject matter expertfor project controlsanalytics, providing specialist advice and guidance to programme teams, programme leadershipand senior stakeholders
- Collaboration across programme boundaries to develop alignment in reporting solutions
- Analysecomplexproject controlsdata from multiple sources, presenting this data to provide actionable insights to the programme
- Define and implement reporting standards, dashboard design principlesand data governance practices to ensure data presented aligns with established data quality tenets
- Drive continuous improvement through the automation, innovation and the adoption of new analytics techniques and technology
- Coach and mentor self-service users, promoting knowledge sharing and increasing data literacy across the NS project controlscommunity
- Build strongrelationships with stakeholders, influences reporting approaches and ensure reporting solutions continue to meet evolving business requirements
Essential Skills:
- You’ll have substantial practical experience in Data Analytics within a Project Controlsenvironment
- You’ll have significant experience using BI reporting tools, such as Tableau, Power BI and Alteryx
- You’ll have a sound understanding of project controlsprocesses, business structures and tools (e.g. Primavera P6) to effectively support Project Controlsimplementation
Benefits:
As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
The Naval Ships - Data & Analytics Team:
The NS-D&A Team is a small, dynamic group dedicated to delivering data-driven insights, primarily through the Tableau platform. This fast-paced role is pivotal in supporting programme delivery and navigating the complexities of the build process. Interacting confidently with senior stakeholders across the business, you will bring innovation, courage, and a fresh perspective to problem-solving. D&A outputs are crucial for enabling informed decision-making across various functions, and the rolerequires intellectualagility to critically challengeassumptions and develop alternative, innovative solutions.
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.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date: 10th November 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.