About the position
For over 25 years, Noblis has provided specialized engineering, acquisition, and program management services to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), playing a key role in the acquisition and implementation of mission-critical systems and capabilities across the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) and the Office of NextGen (ANG). We are seeking passionate and committed professionals ready to contribute their expertise towards advancing the National Airspace System (NAS) in alignment with the FAA's forward-looking vision for aviation. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that streamline the acquisition and deployment of next-generation air traffic management and surveillance systems, improve infrastructure at airports and in the airspace, and support the integration of unmanned aircraft systems and commercial space ventures. Your work will directly influence the FAA's ability to adapt to future growth and technological shifts, ensuring the aerospace system remains the safest and most efficient worldwide. Come and be a part of our dynamic team, where your contributions will not only advance the aviation industry but also contribute to a safer, more sustainable future in air travel. Apply now and take flight towards a rewarding career that promises growth, innovation, and collaboration at the forefront of aviation technology. Noblis is seeking Aviation Data Analysts to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Traffic Systems and Surveillance Services directorates within the Program Management Organization (PMO). Employees will provide services related to managing and analyzing aviation-related data to improve operational efficiency, safety, and decision-making processes in the National Airspace System (NAS). Responsibilities include reviewing aviation-related information to assist in decision-making about flight routes, spending practices, employee efficiency, safety, and aviation regulations, including national security. Analysts will use data to make predictions and estimations related to all aspects of aviation, perform operational analysis, and develop concepts of operations. They will analyze architecture, overall systems design, concepts of operations, and implementation plans, conduct research and analysis that meets quality standards on focused, structured questions, and apply standard, routine, and well-established analytic methodologies to produce logical, traceable, objective, and unbiased analysis. Additionally, they will collect data, create metrics, and perform associated analyses, query databases using SQL, and classify and summarize data for the preparation and submission of reports. Clear documentation and review of standard operating procedures, policies, event reports, best practices, and lessons learned will be essential, as well as effectively communicating technical and non-technical data to various audiences.
Responsibilities
- Review aviation-related information to assist in decision-making about flight routes, spending practices, employee efficiency, safety, and aviation regulations, including national security.
- Use data to make predictions and estimations related to all aspects of aviation.
- Perform operational analysis and develop concepts of operations.
- Analyze architecture, overall systems design, concepts of operations, and implementation plans.
- Conduct research and analysis that meets quality standards on focused, structured questions.
- Apply standard, routine, and well-established analytic methodologies to produce logical, traceable, objective, and unbiased analysis.
- Collect data, create metrics, and perform associated analyses.
- Query databases using SQL and classify and summarize data for the preparation and submission of reports.
- Clearly document and review standard operating procedures, policies, event reports, best practices, and lessons learned.
- Effectively communicate technical and non-technical data to various audiences.
Requirements
- Successfully pass an FAA background investigation/verification and receive a successful final suitability determination.
- Ability to construct effective briefings using MS PowerPoint and intermediate to advanced skills with MS Word and Excel.
- Proficiency in analyzing, interpreting, summarizing, and presenting data effectively.
- Skilled in programming (R or Python), statistics, SQL, data visualization, and other data analysis fundamentals.
- Experience applying data analytic methods (Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis, Geospatial Analysis, and Data Visualization) in an operational environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Nice-to-haves
- Advanced degree in Mathematics, Data Science, Business Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Information Systems.
- Experience designing and implementing sustainable Business Intelligence solutions (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, D3.js) in an operational environment.
- Experience with Big Data technologies and platforms such as Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, and NoSQL Databases for the storing, processing and managing of large structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data sets.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; Proactive, solution-oriented, with exceptional time management skills.
- FAA experience highly desired.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Retirement plan
