Business Systems Analyst IV
General Atomics
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Business Systems Analyst to work within our Aeronautical Systems Finance Solutions group in Poway, CA. The person selected for this role will be responsible for leading the development, enhancement, implementation, and support of business reporting and analytical solutions using tools including but not limited to Azure, Power BI, MS SQL Development Studio, and artificial intelligence. This position will work closely with business stakeholders and Information Technology technical staff to understand reporting needs, translate those needs into functional requirements, develop effective solutions, and support the rollout and stabilization of capabilities for the business.
The successful candidate will serve as a senior subject matter expert for assigned reporting solutions and business processes. Responsibilities may include analyzing data from multiple sources, designing data models and reports, developing dashboards and visualizations, coordinating requirements and priorities, creating documentation, and planning and executing user acceptance testing. This individual will also identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, data quality, and system utilization while providing guidance and mentorship to less experienced analysts.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Translate business needs into functional requirements, process specifications, system designs, report specifications, interface definitions, and other implementation documentation.
- Lead or support the evaluation, development, enhancement, integration, and implementation of business systems, applications, reports, interfaces, and data solutions.
- Act as a liaison between users of business computer systems and the information systems technical staff.
- Conduct detailed data analysis to investigate discrepancies, identify trends, validate information, resolve complex problems, and determine root causes.
- Act as an advocate of the business to enhance the use of current software/computer systems and ensure users are trained.
- Develop process documentation, job aids, user procedures, training materials, data analysis summaries, business cases, presentations, and implementation plans.
- Identify, define, and communicate process, system, data, reporting, and training improvement opportunities to leadership.
- Coordinate or participate in user training, change management, and adoption activities for new or improved systems and processes.
- Promote data integrity, consistent business practices, effective system utilization, and continuous improvement across assigned functions.
- Provide guidance, coaching, and mentoring to less experienced analysts and project team members.
- Communicate effectively with individual contributors, managers, executives, technical staff, and other levels of leadership.
- Influence stakeholders and facilitate agreement across organizational boundaries without relying solely on formal authority.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.