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Pursuit Aerospace

Lead Data Scientist

Morton, IL · On-site

Bachelor's degree in data science or related field preferred * Master's degree preferred * Proficient in SQL, Python, ML modeling, and time-series analytics; hands-on AI-assisted coding against ...

Pursuit Aerospace

Lead Data Scientist

Morton, IL · On-site

$144K - $198K/yr

Bachelor's degree in data science or related field preferred * Master's degree preferred * Proficient in SQL, Python, ML modeling, and time-series analytics; hands-on AI-assisted coding against ...

Caterpillar

Data Scientist

Morton, IL · On-site

... science and analytics initiatives using large datasets to drive informed business decisions ... Utilize programming languages and analytical tools such as Python, R, SAS, SQL, and/or Dataiku to ...

Caterpillar

Principal Data Engineer

Peoria, IL · On-site

$128K - $208K/yr

... Science, or related field. 5+ years development experience with modern development languages and frameworks, preferably Python, SQL, etc. Understanding of data structures, algorithms, profiling ...

PROLIM Global Corporation

Data Engineer

Peoria, IL · On-site

$112K - $135K/yr

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python, SQL, Spark, ETL processes, and cloud ... Collaborate with Data Scientists, Business Analysts, and Software Engineers. * Implement CI/CD ...

Diversified Services Network, Inc.

Data Engineer

Peoria, IL · On-site

$112K - $134K/yr

Comparable backgrounds such as Data Scientist or Data Analyst experience are welcomed. Core ... Programming & Advanced Analytics: expertise in Python and SQL (advanced querying and data ...

FocusKPI

Marketing Operations Analyst

Peoria, IL

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field * Minimum of 3-5 years of ... Comfortable with Python. * Experience working within data platforms like Databricks/Snowflake, and ...

FocusKPI

Marketing Operations Analyst

Peoria, IL · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field * Minimum of 3-5 years of ... Comfortable with Python. * Experience working within data platforms like Databricks/Snowflake, and ...

IT360, Inc.

AI Engineer

Peoria, IL · On-site

... Data Science, or a related field - or equivalent experience (e.g., GitHub projects, personal portfolio). * Strong programming skills in Python (preferred), Java, or C++. * Experience with machine ...

IT360, Inc.

AI Engineer

Peoria, IL · On-site

$75K - $110K/yr

... Data Science, or a related field - or equivalent experience (e.g., GitHub projects, personal portfolio). * Strong programming skills in Python (preferred), Java, or C++. * Experience with machine ...

IT360 Inc

AI Engineer

Peoria, IL · On-site

... Data Science, or a related field or equivalent experience (e.g., GitHub projects, personal portfolio). * Strong programming skills in Python (preferred), Java, or C++. * Experience with machine ...

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Lead Data Scientist

Pursuit Aerospace

Morton, IL • On-site

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Medical, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Pursuit Aerospace rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

210th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

Pursuit cultivates long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers.

About the Opportunity:

The lead data scientist will build data, analytics, and AI solutions to support SIOP (Sales, Inventory, Operations Planning) transformation and delivery business impact on inventory and customer service. The lead data scientist will function like a forward-deployed engineer who takes a supply chain problem from ambiguity to financial impact: framing the problem, shaping the data and models, building and iterating fast, and owning the solution end to end. This role will work shoulder-to-shoulder with the business, move at its pace, and turn large, messy operational data into robust models, dashboards, and AI-powered tools that change decisions and outcomes.

Location:

Remote in the U.S., and travel 10-20%.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-impact analytics: partner with cross-functional leaders to scope the problems and ship solutions that move real metrics: inventory, on-time delivery, and cost.
  • Build end-to-end products: build products independently and iterate quickly based on business feedback including data pipeline and snowflake tables, forecasting and time-series models, inventory and clear-to-build analytics, dashboards, and AI-powered tools.
  • Run analytics assets in production: keep all assets accurate and reliable and manage analytics operations leveraging technology
  • Engineer trustworthy data: turn large, messy operational data into well-structured, trusted datasets, and develop continuous improvement framework to enhance data quality and integrity
  • Drive decisions and adoption: translate analytical results and tools into clear, decision-ready recommendations and drive adoption across the business

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 2+ years in a data science role demonstrating solving complex business problems and independently building robust solutions that improve outcomes
  • 2+ years in SQL, Python, Machine learning modeling, and time-series analytics
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
  • Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in data science or related field preferred
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Proficient in SQL, Python, ML modeling, and time-series analytics; hands-on AI-assisted coding against Snowflake tables, pipeline orchestration, GitHub for CI/CD, Azure data platform
  • Effective AI-assisted product development and proficient in using AI to plan, build, and quality-check code, and can critically evaluate, debug, and improve what it generates
  • Supply chain analytics knowledge such as demand forecasting, demand sensing, inventory management and clear-to-build reporting
  • Aerospace and/or manufacturing experience
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and hands-on experience with purchase order, production order, and inventory data

Working Conditions:

  • Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
  • Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to travel between locations or to suppliers up to 25% of time.

Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.



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