Posted June 17, 2026
Senior Business Analyst - R10235375-2
UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
What’s your possible?
At Northrop Grumman UK, you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most, solving tomorrow’s challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. It is what we call Defining Possible.
This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions. It underpins how we support your career development and the impact we make in our communities.
This is more than just a job. It is a mission.
As a Junior Business Analyst, you will play a key role in helping our customers deliver meaningful change, often through the implementation of innovative technology solutions. Working as part of a collaborative Northrop Grumman UK team, you will support the delivery of complex programmes across the defence and security sector.
You will bring clarity to ambiguity, working closely with stakeholders to understand business challenges, capture requirements, and ensure solutions deliver real value. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who enjoys problem-solving, thrives in dynamic environments, and wants to develop professionally within a mission-led organisation.
What you will be doing
- Work with stakeholders to gather, analyse and document business and technical requirements
- Support the translation of complex business challenges into clear, structured insights that inform decision making
- Produce high-quality documentation to enable effective delivery of change initiatives without prescribing solutions
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including developers, testers and systems engineers
- Facilitate meetings and contribute to stakeholder engagement and communication activities
- Evaluate solutions against business needs and recommend improvements to processes, systems or ways of working
What we are looking for
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in complex or ambiguous situations
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor your approach to different audiences
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
- A proactive, inquisitive mindset with a willingness to learn and develop in business analysis
- Experience working in collaborative team environments
Desirable experience
- Exposure to Agile delivery environments and writing user stories or tickets
- Familiarity with tools such as Jira, GitLab or Confluence
- Experience or interest in the defence or security sectors
We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement. If you are curious, motivated and eager to learn, we would love to hear from you.
Security clearance
Due to the nature of our work, you must be a UK national for this role.
You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance.
You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance.
Our recruitment team is on hand to answer any questions and will guide you through the process: [email protected]
Your benefits
- Flexible working options, including compressed fortnight
- Private healthcare
- Cash health plan
- Holiday buy and sell scheme
- Performance-related bonuses
- Career development and training programmes
Why join Northrop Grumman UK?
A mission to believe in
Every day, we contribute to building a more secure and connected world. Our work makes a real difference across defence, security and critical national infrastructure.
Every day, we contribute to building a more secure and connected world. Our work makes a real difference across defence, security and critical national infrastructure.
A place to belong and thrive
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute.
Your career, your way
From structured development pathways to mentorship and hands-on experience, we support you to shape a career that works for you.
From structured development pathways to mentorship and hands-on experience, we support you to shape a career that works for you.
Ready to apply?
Yes – Submit your application online today.
Possibly – Reach out to our team for more information: [email protected]
Not right now – Explore other opportunities with us. We are growing across the UK.
Possibly – Reach out to our team for more information: [email protected]
Not right now – Explore other opportunities with us. We are growing across the UK.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.
