
BAE Systems engages in the design, development, manufacture, and support of defense and aerospace systems used in the air, on land, at sea, and in space. BAE Systems provides electronic systems and subsystems for military and commercial applications; security and protection products for law enforcement and first responders; and armored combat vehicles, artillery systems, and intelligent munitions, as well as support and service solutions for defense, intelligent, and civilian systems.

BAE Systems engages in the design, development, manufacture, and support of defense and aerospace systems used in the air, on land, at sea, and in space. BAE Systems provides electronic systems and subsystems for military and commercial applications; security and protection products for law enforcement and first responders; and armored combat vehicles, artillery systems, and intelligent munitions, as well as support and service solutions for defense, intelligent, and civilian systems.
Sector: Defence, aerospace and security
Headquarters (U.S. subsidiary): Falls Church, Virginia
Founded: 30 November 1999 (merger forming BAE Systems plc)
Employees (approx.): ~41,000–43,000
Corporate status: Publicly listed multinational
National defence, aerospace platforms, intelligence & security, and public safety protection
1999
Aerospace & Defence
Total Funding: 142200000.00 USD
Job Title: Head of Data – Transformation
Location: Frimley, other UK locations will be considered. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Salary: Circa £114,000 depending on skills and experience, plus executive package
What You’ll Be Doing
You will then take a wider role across the portfolio aligned to the following core duties
Your Skills And Experiences
Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
The Data Team We are seeking an experienced Head of Data – Transformation to lead enterprise-wide initiatives that shape the organisation’s data landscape and deliver measurable business value.
As the Head of Data – Transformation you will drive enterprise-wide data transformation by defining the roadmap, embedding governance, and enabling data-driven decision-making. Partnering with the Transformation Authority, CDO, and business leaders, you’ll champion change, ensure compliance, and accelerate adoption of new systems. Your immediate focus will be leading robust data management and assurance for the HR Evolve Technology Programme to maximise business value.
Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date: 25th September 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.