Business Analyst

Job Title: Senior Analyst Support / Lab Lead (Business Analyst)Job Description

This role serves as a Senior Analyst Support / Lab Lead within a systems integration and test environment, managing and implementing environmental test projects while overseeing the day-to-day administrative functions of multiple engineering and environmental test laboratories. The position focuses on maintaining safety, security, and compliance in accordance with established policies, procedures, and governance. You apply creativity and innovation to improve lab operations and possess strong organizational, coordination, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills. You collaborate closely with customers, employees, and Senior leaders when implementing process and procedural changes to support efficient, safe, and compliant lab activities.

Responsibilities

• Support Lab Operating Procedures by sharing guidelines and information with lab users to ensure consistent and compliant lab practices.
• Assist with basic Environmental Health and Safety tasks and general sustainment activities to maintain a safe and orderly lab environment.
• Help with routine property tracking and manage simple equipment check-ins or updates to keep asset records accurate and current.
• Support basic cost tracking activities and help ensure tasks and projects remain within general budget expectations.
• Provide general support to Supply Chain Management, including coordination of materials, equipment, and lab-related supplies as needed.
• Prepare materials and documentation for audits or assessments to demonstrate compliance with safety, security, and quality standards.
• Assist with simple lab evaluations and follow up on improvements identified by the engineering team to enhance lab performance and reliability.
• Follow security and material-handling guidelines for controlled items and documentation to protect sensitive information and equipment.
• Share updates and general communications with teams and support managers with routine coordination tasks to keep stakeholders informed.
• Work collaboratively with team members to follow established policies and procedures and promote a culture of safety and compliance.
• Carry out tasks under regular supervision, seeking guidance when needed to ensure work quality and adherence to standards.
• Perform duties that may involve standing, walking, or occasional work outdoors as required by lab and test activities.

Essential Skills

• University degree or equivalent experience, typically with at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience working with engineers, technicians, or team leads in a lab or technical environment.
• Basic mechanical skills and fundamental electrical or electronic aptitude applicable to lab equipment and test setups.
• Familiarity with basic workplace safety guidelines and the ability to apply them in a lab setting.
• Experience supporting teams in areas such as safety, security, compliance, or property handling.
• Exposure to Environmental Health and Safety processes or general safety and quality programs.
• Ability to work effectively with customers and team members, building collaborative working relationships.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word for documentation, reporting, and communication.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Some familiarity with metrology or equipment calibration processes is a plus.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and comfort working in a lab environment.
• Strong organizational, coordination, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to support process and procedural changes in collaboration with Senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

Work Environment

This position is based in a technical laboratory environment that supports systems integration and environmental testing. You work across multiple engineering and environmental test labs, interacting regularly with engineers, technicians, and supply chain personnel. The role involves frequent standing and walking within lab spaces and may include occasional work outdoors as part of test or sustainment activities. You use standard office technologies such as Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) alongside typical lab equipment and tools. The environment emphasizes safety, security, and compliance, with established workplace safety guidelines, Environmental Health and Safety processes, and structured lab operating procedures. The culture is collaborative and process-driven, encouraging clear communication, adherence to documented policies, and continuous improvement in lab operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Goleta, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.52 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Goleta, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Goleta,CA.

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