Business Data Engineer

Airbus; Oxford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bupa Private Medical Insurance

Company pension contribution

Share incentive plan

Bikes to Work scheme

Car purchase scheme

Referral bonus

Job summary

Airbus Helicopters UK Ltd is seeking a Business Data Engineer to design and implement a robust data infrastructure at Oxford Airport. You will build a centralized SSOT and create data-driven solutions, dashboards and apps on Skywise, ensuring alignment with business needs and data governance.

The role emphasizes Python/SQLAlchemy, advanced SQL, and collaboration with data analysts to deliver scalable data solutions and improved operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Essential SSOT data architecture expertise.
• Advanced Python, SQLAlchemy for data modeling.
• Proficient SQL skills and relational database design.
• Proficiency with Google products (Apps Script, AppSheet) and Looker.
• Knowledge of Python, Git, PL/SQL, JavaScript, HTML & CSS.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement systems to improve business processes using data.
• Build and maintain a robust SSOT across applications.
• Develop workflows, small apps and dashboards on Skywise, integrated with the central SSOT.
• Prepare data for analytics and reporting tools using Python/SQLAlchemy.
• Ensure data integrity with validation and error-detection at the DB level.
• Optimize data workflows for faster processing and reduced downtime.
• Automate data collection, reporting, and analysis tasks.

Skills

SSOT architecture

Python (SQLAlchemy)

SQL & Databases

Google apps & Looker

Python, Git, PL/SQL, JavaScript, HTML

Education

STEM HND

Tools

Skywise

Google AppSheet

Google Looker/Looker Studio

Job description

Job Description: Business Data Engineer Kidlington, Oxford Permanent

About AHUK… Airbus Helicopters is the world’s largest helicopter manufacturer and the company’s site at Oxford Airport is Britain’s civil helicopter hub. AHUK offers considerable experience in helicopter sales, bespoke completions, maintenance and spares support. Its in‑house engineering capabilities include design, customisation, installation, flight‑testing and certification, as well as technical support, maintenance, training and the supply of spares for civil and military applications. AHUK is the MoD’s chosen provider of helicopters and maintenance for its No.1 Helicopter Flying school (referred to as MFTS) located in RAF Shawbury (Shropshire) and RAF Valley (Anglesey).

The Reward: Why Join Airbus?

• Holiday Allowance: We value loyalty and work‑life balance; your annual leave entitlement grows with you, rewarding your commitment with an extra day of leave for each year of service (up to an additional 4 days)
• Health: Private Medical Insurance (Bupa). You also have the flexibility to add family members to your policy at an additional cost. Other options include Health‑care Cash Schemes and Den‑Plan.
• Future Wealth: up to 8% Company Pension contribution, when you contribute 6%. Plus Yearly Share Incentive Plans, and Discretionary Group Bonuses.
• Everyday Savings: Access to exclusive shopping discounts, including a cashback card to help your money go further.
• Lifestyle: Bikes to Work scheme (up to £3,000), Mydrive car purchase scheme, and Technology purchase schemes.
• Added Protection: Benefit from Personal Accident Insurance, Health‑care Cash Schemes, and professional Financial/Legal advice.
• Refer a friend Scheme : We offer a generous Referral Bonus for any successfully placed candidates you recommend to the business.

The Opportunity

The Business Data Engineer working in the Business Improvements team plays a crucial role in designing and implementing systems that improve business processes by leveraging data. Their overall purpose involves creating a robust data infrastructure that enables efficient collection, processing, and analysis of data to support informed decision‑making and business optimisation.

Build and maintain a robust Single Source of Truth (SSOT) using modern data architecture principles to ensure consistency across all business applications.

Ensure data is prepared and available for analytics and reporting tools.

Independently develop solutions (workflows, small apps, and dashboards) on the Skywise platform, google app sheet, ensuring they are seamlessly integrated with the central SSOT.

Ensure data is prepared and available for analytics and reporting tools, utilizing Python and SQLAlchemy for effective Object‑Relational Mapping (ORM) and data modeling.

Work closely with data analysts, and group teams to align data sources with business needs, acting as the gatekeeper for data architecture standards.

Ensure data integrity and quality by implementing validation processes and error detection mechanisms at the database level.

Optimise data workflows for faster and more efficient processing, reducing downtime and improving operational efficiency.

Automate manual processes related to data collection, reporting, and analysis to improve speed and reduce human error.

Translate business requirements into technical data solutions that support performance tracking and improvement initiatives.

Develop scalable solutions to handle increasing amounts of data as business needs evolve.

Knowledge and Skills

• Essential Expertise in data architecture, specifically designing and maintaining an SSOT.
• Advanced proficiency in Python, with a strong focus on SQLAlchemy for database interactions and data modeling.
• Proficient SQL skills and experience with relational databases and database design, capable of optimizing complex queries.
• Proficient with Google products, app script, app sheet, google automations and google sheet functionality.
• Knowledge of Python, Git, PL/SQL, Java Script, HTML & CSS.
• Expertise in data analysis methodologies and processes and their linkages to other processes.
• Ability to understand and analyse existing business processes and suggest improvements based on data insights and areas for automation.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical data solutions that align with company objectives.

Education, Qualifications or Training

Essential Advanced programming skills, specifically in Python (SQLAlchemy) and SQL. Ability to translate business requirements into technical data solutions. Dashboard creation in Skywise, Google Looker/other comparable software. Experience of delivering concepts into production, maintaining full-stack oversight from backend architecture to frontend business application. Understanding of key business metrics and KPIs, ensuring that data pipelines support decision-making. Planning, Scope management skills. Ability to liaise with non-technical teams to define and refine project requirements, ensuring data-driven business improvements. STEM HND.

Desirable

Knowledge of airline and MRO operations.. Proven experience designing and implementing a central Single Source of Truth (SSOT) data architecture. Business / industrial experience. Application / Software development

Application / Software development Culture and Wellbeing

• Inclusive Space: We provide a dedicated Multi-Faith Prayer Room, ensuring a quiet, private space prayer during the day.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Your mental health matters. Gain access to 24/7 confidential support, counseling, and resources for both your professional and personal life.
• The Canteen Hub: A dedicated space to take a break and recharge, featuring on-site vending machines for quick snacks and refreshments.
• Fuel Your Day: Enjoy free tea and coffee throughout the day, because sometimes the best ideas happen over a fresh brew.

Additional requirements

This position is subject to National Security Vetting. Candidates must be able to obtain SC clearance, which generally requires having lived in the UK for the last five years. All successful applicants will also undergo a mandatory BPSS check. Applicants must meet any/all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations. All candidates must possess the current, legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Airbus will not be able to offer sponsorship for any employment Visa's. Data Protection By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. After this date the applications will then be reviewed, Feedback will be given and Interviews will be arranged. Please direct any questions relating to this job posting to contact.recruitment [e-mail] in the first instance for the attention of the HR Team. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company Details

Company: Airbus Helicopters UK Ltd Employment Type: Permanent ------- Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Customer Eng.&Technical Support&Services

Work arrangements and values

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel‑efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

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