Aviation Data Specialist

International Air Transport Association; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global aviation organization in Montreal seeks a Specialist, Aviation Data to manage data quality within the ScheduleIS system. The role involves onboarding airlines, conducting data checks, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance data solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in data analysis within the aviation sector, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Benefits include flexible work options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Continuous learning opportunities

Time off for community involvement

Qualifications

• 2+ years professional experience as a business or data analyst in the aviation industry.
• Effective communication with airlines and internal stakeholders.
• Proactive in addressing data quality challenges.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inbound and outbound operations using ScheduleIS system.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in the onboarding process.
• Conduct data quality checks on incoming and outgoing data.

Skills

Business or data analysis experience

Effective communication

SQL proficiency

Data visualization tools

Problem-solving attitude

Familiarity with airline operations

Organizational skills

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Employment Type: Permanent

Contract Duration:

Why you will love working here

At IATA, we represent over 350 airlines worldwide, striving to make aviation safer, smarter, more sustainable, and inclusive.

Our Values are not just words on a page - they are the energy behind everything we do: ONE IATA - We collaborate across teams, TRUSTED - We do the right thing, INNOVATIVE - We make tomorrow better, INCLUSIVE - We embrace diverse perspectives.

With over 30,000 courses available, we believe in continuous learning and support your growth in an ever-changing industry.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are our priorities. We are certified by the Equal Salary Foundation, offering equal pay and family-friendly policies.

We encourage community involvement through volunteering and strive to make tomorrow better for aviation and our communities. We offer time off so you can support causes important to you.

We promote work-life balance with flexible work options, including remote and hybrid work, a generous 'work from abroad' policy, and you get your birthday off!

About the team you are joining

IATA’s Business Intelligence Services (BIS) serve as the focal point and driving force for aviation data management and BI services in the aviation industry. One of the four verticals within the BIS department is Aircraft, Environment and Operations Data.

The team manages a portfolio of aviation BI solutions and data sharing programs leveraging IATA’s unique access to airline data such as ScheduleIS, Turbulence Aware, CO2 CONNECT, MRO SmartHub, FuelIS. The team is comprised of aviation industry experts, data management and analytic professionals based in Montreal and Geneva.

The Specialist, Aviation Data will report to the Senior Manager, Operations, Schedule Data and this role involves collaborating with the team in the onboarding process by setting up the contributors in the system, acting as a liaison between the operations and the engagement team, working with airline stakeholders for analyzing data, conducting data quality checks in ScheduleIS system.

Responsibilities

• Work with the ScheduleIS system to monitor inbound and outbound operations, performing data quality checks to ensure accuracy of the system.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and airline stakeholders in the onboarding process.
• Onboard airlines to the program by setting them up in the solution.
• Work with SSIM and MCT data and help guide the team for potential enhancements based on the findings.
• Responsible for conducting data quality checks on the incoming data, identifying and resolving any discrepancies or issues.
• Responsible for identifying any data quality issues and working with the airlines and data suppliers to resolve them.
• Handle routine customer queries related to incoming data and schedule output data ensuring timely, accurate responses aligned with SLAs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years professional experience as a business or data analyst (within the aviation industry)
• Communication Skills: Effective communication with airlines, data suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Experience in SQL and data visualization tools such as PowerBI is a plus.
• Problem-Solving Attitude: Proactive in addressing data quality challenges.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with airline operations, scheduling, aviation data, and SSIM guidelines, Minimum connect times (MCT) would be an asset.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail: A meticulous approach to data validation and quality assurance.

Travel Required: N

Learn more about IATA’s role in the industry, our benefits, and the team. We are looking forward to hearing from you!