Aircraft MXS Research/Data Analyst, Senior

Diaconia LLC•Bath Township, OH

7d•$65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Senior Aircraft MXS Research/Data Analyst provides program office, enterprise, and staff-level support. The role requires advanced expertise in the relevant technical or professional discipline and the ability to perform tasks and oversee junior and journeyman personnel. The analyst applies comprehensive knowledge of applicable standards, procedures, and practices to examine USAF maintenance and logistics data, identify trends, develop analytical tools and models, and communicate findings. Travel may be required.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge and recognized expertise in the relevant technical or professional field.
Experience with USAF logistics, maintenance, or program support systems.
Proficiency in quantitative analysis, modeling, and data validation.
Ability to develop analytics tools or programs using JMP, MATLAB, Simio, Python, or VBA.
Experience developing, maintaining, and analyzing data sets using Excel; 10 years of Excel experience is specified in the KC-46 requirements.
Ability to use Python for data cleaning, transformation, and automation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Active Secret Department of Defense clearance required at hire; the posting states the right candidate will be upgraded to Top Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship required for work with a U.S. Government entity.
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution in mathematics, computer science, a physical science, engineering, or a closely related scientific discipline.

Nice To Haves

Tableau experience for designing and delivering data visualizations; other visualization tools are accepted.
Background in aircraft sustainment, depot maintenance, or reliability and maintainability analysis.
Experience with operational readiness metrics and performance forecasting.
Knowledge of Air Force data environments, workflow structure, and stakeholder relationships.
USAF Aircraft Crew Chief experience.

Responsibilities

Collect data from various USAF operating systems, identify positive and negative trends, and report detailed information using graphs, charts, and spreadsheets.
Examine and validate USAF maintenance data, including G081, PDMSS, and LEAP, to ensure it produces meaningful information.
Collaborate and coordinate with USAF organizations to improve the accuracy of data inputs and achieve desired outcomes.
Independently develop mathematical models and computer programs using scientific inquiry to evaluate and predict aircraft parameter performance.
Apply quantitative techniques and methods to develop, adapt, modify, and apply models to resolve problems or clarify alternative solutions.
Participate in study teams; originate ideas, projects, and methodologies; and execute projects or studies within established financial and time constraints.
Design, build, and communicate findings using data visualization techniques and tools such as Tableau.
Develop, maintain, and analyze data sets using Excel.
Use Python for data cleaning, transformation, and automation.
Create data visualizations and dashboards to communicate trends and findings.
Analyze data to identify operational patterns and performance metrics relevant to mission objectives.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues, and maintain good working relationships.
Oversee the efforts of junior and journeyman personnel within the technical or professional discipline.