- $99,733 - $112,431 (+ 10% BCP + up to 15.4% Superannuation)
- Majura - ACT

The Role
The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

An APS 6 Capabilities & Insights Analyst will exercise a considerable degree of independence and perform a subject matter expert role. They will exercise sound decision-making and judgement to provide expert advice to ASA leadership and Government.

They will have in-depth knowledge of the capability analyst function and are responsible for the development, implementation, compliance and review of policies and procedures relevant to their work within that function.
They will engage in complex problem solving and issues management and may coordinate and deliver detailed or sensitive projects that impact on strategic, political or operational outcomes for ASA and Defence. This may include analysing economic, industry, workforce, supply chain and capability data to identify trends, assess risks, evaluate options and inform strategic decision-making, while applying and developing quantitative and analytical skills to address complex real world challenges.

About our Team
The Industrial Strategy, Capability and Policy Analysis (ISCPA) Branch plays a central role in shaping the conditions for Australia’s industrial base to grow, strengthen and remain resilient in support of the AUKUS Submarine Industry Strategy. ISCPA defines sovereign industrial capability requirements, informs policy settings, and drives evidence-based decision-making to enable the industrial uplift required to deliver and sustain Australia’s submarine capability.

Within ISCPA, the Data,



Economics & Decision Support Directorate provides the analytical backbone for these efforts. The team delivers data-driven insights, economic modelling and industry intelligence to inform strategy, prioritise investment, and assess the impact of initiatives on Australia’s submarine industrial base. Working across Defence, government and industry, it supports a coordinated, evidence-based approach to building sovereign industrial capability.

Our Ideal Candidate
We are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

- Strong analytical capability, sound judgement, and the ability to provide complex, evidence based advice.
- Ability to translate complex datasets, modelling and source information into clear, easily understood insights for decision-makers.
- Qualifications in economics, econometrics, statistics, data analytics, public policy, mathematics or a related discipline (desirable).
- Demonstrated capability in quantitative analysis, economic frameworks, statistical methods and/or data-driven approaches (desirable).
- Robust written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise analytical and policy outputs.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high quality work within required timeframes.
- Stakeholder engagement skills, including experience working across the Australian Submarine Agency (ASA), Defence, government, industry and international partners.
- Ability to build productive relationships and confidently represent the team in engagements and discussions.
- Initiative, adaptability, and the ability to operate effectively in environments characterised by uncertainty and ambiguity.

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📌 Capabilities & Insights Analyst (Majura)
🏢 Australian Submarine Agency - AU Government
📍 Majura