Data Analyst Apprentice

Here, we craft excellence together.

If you're ready to begin your career in project management while helping deliver innovative digital transformation initiatives within a global aerospace business, apply today.

Why Safran?
A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 colleagues across 300 sites in 30 countries.
Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger.
Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place.
Mobility & training opportunities: Access training, development and long-term career opportunities.
A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity and continuous improvement.

Get involved: We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM Ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programmes.

Data Analyst Apprentice

Burnley | Site Based

Skills: Data Analysis, Excel, Power BI, Reporting, Business Intelligence, Data Visualisation, Continuous Improvement

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including:

• 37 hour working week over 4.5 days with a 1pm finish on Fridays (role dependant)
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (plus the option to buy an additional 5 days)
• 10% employer pension contribution (5% employee contribution with the option to increase via salary exchange)
• Flex-time scheme that allows you to take two half days or one full day off per month (role dependant)
• 4X life insurance benefit as a member of the pension scheme
• Non-contributory BUPA private medical insurance plan (role dependant)
• Excellent training, education, and development schemes
• Enhanced sickness, maternity, adoption and paternity leave
• Option to purchase Safran shares with additional free shares from the company
• Excellent on-site catering facilities providing subsidised hot and cold meals
• Corporate membership at the Crow Wood Hotel & Spa
• Wellbeing support through our employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme, along with a range of flexible benefits chosen by you
• Safran - Here, we craft excellence together.

About Safran Nacelles

Safran Nacelles is a worldwide leader in aircraft engine nacelles. Our products and services equip all aircraft types; regional, business, short, medium and long-range commercial aircraft. Our expertise covers nacelle design, manufacturing, integration, maintenance and services. Our site in Burnley provides employment to almost 700 people and we are proud to be one of the largest private sector employers in Burnley.

Your Role

As a Data Analyst Apprentice, you will develop essential data skills while supporting business and operational teams in making data-driven decisions. Working alongside experienced data specialists and improvement teams, you will help collect, process and analyse data to identify insights and drive process improvements across the site.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with collecting, cleaning and validating datasets from operational, production and business systems
• Supporting the creation of reports, dashboards and visualisations to communicate findings to stakeholders
• Working with colleagues to understand data requirements for projects and day-to-day operations
• Participating in projects that analyse process performance, efficiency and product quality
• Documenting analytical processes and maintaining data quality and consistency
• Learning to use industry-standard tools such as Excel, Power BI and programming tools under guidance
• Helping maintain and improve datasets and repositories while ensuring secure and ethical data handling
• Supporting presentations and meetings by communicating findings in a clear and engaging way

What You'll Bring

Essential

• Strong analytical thinking skills and a passion for solving problems
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate work
• A genuine interest in data, technology and business improvement

Desirable

• Basic understanding of IT, data handling or statistics gained through school, college or personal projects
• Working towards or achieved qualifications such as A-Levels, BTEC or equivalent, particularly in Maths, Computing, Science, Engineering or Business
• Knowledge of Excel, Power BI or other data analysis tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Willingness to learn new digital tools and concepts

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.