Research Analyst - Equipment Specifications Modelling
Summary
Researches, analyzes, and models defence equipment data from multiple sources to populate Janes' equipment database. Day-to-day work involves gathering data from primary and secondary sources, collaborating with Air/Land/Sea/C4ISR/Weapons teams, developing estimates for unknown parameters, and staying current on defence technologies. Core tools include Microsoft Excel (including regression), Word,
Janes Introduction:
Janes empowers military, government, and defence leaders to act with confidence in an increasingly complex world. Our trusted defence, security, and geopolitical information delivered through seamless digital platforms and system integrations—turns overwhelming data into clear, actionable intelligence and insight. By filling critical information gaps, Janes helps customers analyse threats, accelerate decisions, and stay ahead of emerging challenges.
Job purpose:
Janes is seeking skilled and motivated Data Integration and Modelling Analyst, with a understanding of defence equipment and systems, and hands on experience working in data-driven environments. The role involves research, data analysis, estimation and modelling of defence platforms and equipment parameters. The ideal candidate will have a relevant technical degree and have a background in data related roles or projects. Prior experience or knowledge of defence equipment and systems will be an added advantage
How you will contribute at Janes:
- Gathering, creating, and integrating data from various sources into Janes equipment database.
- Working with cross-functional teams (g. Air, Land, Sea, C4ISR and Weapons teams) to analyse/understand equipment level data and their interaction with various other equipment systems.
- Identifying gaps in the existing dataset.
- Develop models/estimates for unknown specification data-points/parameters based on in-depth research and analysis.
- Staying abreast of emerging defence technologies.
- Sourcing and validating the data points with primary and secondary research as per the laid down sourcing standards.
- Conduct investigative research and contact Government agencies, Industry, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and other related organisations for information, as needed.
The ideal skills and experience for this role are:
- Successful candidates will be a strong team player with a demonstrable interest in the defence domain, with excellent research abilities, analytical and communication skills.
- Computer competency that includes a thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint applications. Knowledge of statistical analysis including regression (in excel) will be advantageous.
- Subject-specific training and support can be imparted to the right candidate; but military service, experience working in the defence or aviation industry are welcomed.
- In addition, applicants should have a proven ability to build networks, conduct interviews - over the telephone, email and other communications media– as well as being able to study and interpret secondary sources, sift large quantities of data and study images. They will also have a degree of mental flexibility to conduct investigative work, if necessary.
Benefits
- Annual health checkup
- National Pension scheme
- Meal Card (Sodexo)
- Healthy Half (0.5 day leave every 6 months for wellbeing)
- 22 days of annual leave
- Transportation allowance
- Day care / Creche Reimbursement
- Group Medical Claim
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
Life at Janes
We believe Janes is truly a great place to work. Our values and leadership code drive everything we do, and we understand that the right behaviours and culture will always result in the best outcomes for our customers, our colleagues, our shareholders, and our business. We provide a supportive, stretching, and dynamic environment with the ability for you to grow rapidly, both personally and professionally.
Janes is an inclusive and equal opportunities employer and encourages applications regardless of age, race, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or gender.
Although this role is advertised as full time, Janes believed that flexibility at work can provide many significant benefits both to our colleagues and the business. We already work in a hybrid style across all offices and regions and can support different ways of working and offer different flexible working arrangements. So, if you are interested and have any requirements or needs in the way you would like to work, please apply, and speak to us about this. We will always consider part time or flexible applications
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