Remote Aviation Data Analyst

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote-first culture

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Aviation Data Analyst to join a globally distributed team. You will collect, clean, and interpret large aviation datasets to uncover trends, optimize operations, and enhance safety performance.

You will leverage Python/R, SQL, and data visualization to deliver dashboards and actionable insights. This fully remote role offers flexible hours and opportunities for ongoing learning in data analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as Data Science, Statistics, or Aviation Management.
• Proven experience as a Data Analyst, preferably in aviation.
• Strong data manipulation, statistical analysis, and visualization skills.
• Experience querying databases with SQL; Python or R for analysis.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and transform large aviation data sets from multiple sources.
• Perform statistical analysis and data mining to identify patterns and KPIs.
• Develop dashboards and reports to visualize findings for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with operations, safety, and engineering teams for analytic needs.
• Use Python or R to run complex analyses and build predictive models.

Skills

Data Analysis

SQL

Python

R

Data Visualization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Data Science

Statistics

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and analytical Remote Aviation Data Analyst to join their globally distributed team. In this role, you will be instrumental in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting vast amounts of aviation data to identify trends, optimize operations, and enhance safety performance. You will leverage advanced analytics tools and techniques to provide actionable insights that drive strategic decisions across various departments. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere, contributing to the future of aviation intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and transform large datasets from various aviation sources (e.g., flight data, maintenance records, safety reports).
• Perform in-depth statistical analysis and data mining to identify patterns, anomalies, and key performance indicators.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to visualize data and present findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with aviation operations, safety, and engineering teams to understand data needs and provide analytical support.
• Utilize data analysis tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, R, SQL) to conduct complex analyses and build predictive models.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Aviation Management, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience as a Data Analyst , preferably within the aviation industry.
• Strong proficiency in data manipulation, statistical analysis, and data visualization techniques.
• Experience with SQL for database querying and familiarity with programming languages like Python or R.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data insights clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and remote work.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance .
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning in data analytics.
• A dynamic, remote-first work culture that values collaboration and innovation.