Data Platform Analyst

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Platform Analyst to enhance their analytics capabilities. This hybrid role combines data engineering and analysis, focusing on supporting the analytics platform and ensuring seamless data integration into the data lake. The ideal candidate will leverage their strong technical skills and analytical abilities to translate business needs into effective data solutions. Join a dynamic team dedicated to quality and innovation in the aerospace sector, where your contributions will directly impact the organization's strategic goals and operational efficiency. If you are passionate about data and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in data engineering or analysis, with strong SQL and ETL skills.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.

Responsibilities

• Support and optimize the analytics platform for high performance.
• Design and maintain ETL pipelines for data integration.
• Perform data analysis and create reports for decision-making.

Skills

SQL

ETL tools and processes

Microsoft-based cloud data platforms

Python

Java

Scala

PowerBI

Data governance

Data security best practices

Machine learning

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

ETL tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

Posted Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:00 AM

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs worldwide.

Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.

Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.

Profile

The Data Platform Analyst is a hybrid role combining responsibilities of both a Data Engineer and a Data Analyst. This position is crucial for supporting and maintaining our analytics platform and ensuring seamless data integration from existing systems to De Havilland’s data lake. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, analytical prowess, and the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Analytics Platform Support:

• Support, maintain and optimize the analytics platform to ensure reliability, high performance and availability.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure the platform meets business needs.

ETL Development:

• Design, build, and maintain ETL pipelines to extract data from various sources, transform it, and load it into the data lake.
• Ensure data quality and integrity throughout the ETL process.
• Develop and maintain documentation for ETL processes and data flows.
• Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines, addressing any issues promptly to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Optimize and tune ETL processes for efficiency and performance.

Data Analysis:

• Perform data analysis to support business decision-making.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and other data visualizations.
• Work with stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide appropriate solutions.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver data solutions.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in data engineering and analytics.
• Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders to build and deliver a data platform roadmap that enables efficient and effective business operations, responsive to the business vision, goals, and overall strategy of the organization.
• Communicate decisions, priorities, and relevant project information to/from leadership as it pertains to De Havilland’s data platform.
• Other duties as assigned by Director, Enterprise Application Services & Strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering, data analysis, or a similar role.

Skills

• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with ETL tools and processes.
• Experience with cloud data platforms, specifically Microsoft-based architectures (i.e. Synapse, Fabric, etc.), and data lake architectures.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as PowerBI.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of data governance and data security best practices.
• Experience with machine learning and statistical analysis.

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders, and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights, and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background, and criminal background checks.