Senior Data Scientist

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Data Scientist to support the Huntsville Core Quality/PAC-3 in Huntsville, AL!

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist with expertise in data analysis, programming, and analytics to join our quality organization. The ideal candidate will have advanced capabilities in data analysis and apply innovative algorithms and AI techniques to address complex quality challenges. This role involves interpreting data, developing analytical models, and delivering actionable insights to drive quality management and support informed decision-making.

The Senior Data Scientist will lead cross-functional teams to determine, define and deploy complex predictive/prescriptive analytic solutions to meet business objectives. Evaluates business objectives and determines stakeholder needs. Chooses best fit methods, defines algorithms, validates and deploys models to achieve business results. Performs necessary data preparation and enhancements to models.

Position Responsibilities (Required Skills/Experience):

• Perform advanced data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in quality data

• Assess project requirements and select appropriate algorithms to address specific analysis problems

• Develop descriptive statistics and mathematical models to support quality improvement initiatives

• Employ artificial intelligence, machine learning, or knowledge-based approaches to solve complex data problems

• Evaluate the performance of analytical models, validate results, and update models as necessary

• Interpret and communicate data analysis outcomes to technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Utilize research tools such as search engines, library databases, Tableau, Power BI, and others to source relevant data

• Apply programming and scripting skills (e.g., SQL, Python, R) for data gathering, manipulation, and analysis

• Develop, deploy, and maintain data workflows within Palantir Foundry

• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and operations teams to support data-driven decision-making

• Continuously explore and implement new methods and technologies to improve quality data analysis capabilities

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Physics or a closely related field

• This position requires an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)

• 3 years’ experience with advanced modeling and simulation technologies for scenario analysis

• Strong programming skills in Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, or similar languages

• 3+ years’ experience with Visual Basic for Application (VBA)

• Experience with analytical, communication skills and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex analyses to senior leadership

• 3+ years’ experience in quality management systems (QMS)

• Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, quality or a regulated industry industry is a plus

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Proficiency with data visualization and business intelligence tools such as Tableau and Power

• BI Experience with Tableau, Power BI, Cognos, or other visualization tools

• Knowledge of artificial intelligence and machine learning frameworks

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

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