Data Scientist

Data Scientist – MRO AI Solutions (Embedded in BA)

06 Months contract

We are looking for an experienced Data Scientist to join a high-impact MRO AI Solutions initiative embedded within British Airways operations.

This is a premium-level opportunity for someone who can combine deep AI/ML expertise with strong business consulting capabilities to deliver scalable, production-ready solutions across airline operations.

🔹 Role Responsibilities

• Design and deploy predictive & prescriptive AI/ML models

• Perform exploratory data analysis and advanced feature engineering

• Collaborate closely with Data Engineering teams for model-ready datasets

• Translate analytical insights into business impact and operational improvements

• Continuously optimize model performance in production environments

• Build reusable AI components that can scale across multiple OpCos with minimal rework

🔹 Required Skills & Experience

• Strong Python expertise with TensorFlow / PyTorch

• Advanced statistical, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Experience across ML, Optimization, Simulation, GenAI, and related Data Science domains

• Proven experience taking models from design to production deployment, including monitoring and workflow integration

• Ability to integrate quickly into new teams and deliver immediate value

• Experience in airline operations or supply chain analytics is highly desirable

• Willingness for initial co-location with BA teams in London and international travel during deployment phases

🔹 Preferred Consulting-Level Competencies

• Strong executive communication and storytelling skills

• Experience in transformation or consulting-led engagements

• Track record of delivering measurable business outcomes

• Experience developing reusable enterprise-scale AI frameworks and solutions

💼 Compensation

Premium-level role with competitive compensation aligned to UK consultancy benchmarks.

📍 Initial location: London (co-located with BA teams)

If you’re passionate about applying AI to complex operational environments and delivering enterprise-scale impact, we’d love to connect.