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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.\nFrom 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.\nRole Description:\nThe 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. 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