Senior Data Science Consultant

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

London, South East England

£600 - £1,000 per day

Contract

Data Scientist - MRO AI Solutions - £700+ per day inside IR35 (depending on experience) - Hybrid - 2-3 days per week in West Drayton and Paddington

I am working with a key client within the Aviation Sector who are looking for a number of Data Scientists to join their team for an AI / Machine Learning Programme, working on Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul, improving systems and looking at automation. The project is estimated to last over two years, and will be offered in the form of a rolling 6 monthly contract, inside IR35.

Please only apply if you have strong optimisation skills, predictive / prescriptive modelling, operational focussed machine learning, hands on experience with Python / Tensor Flow and Pytorch and have proven experience taking models into production.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch). • Strong statistical and analytical skills. • Experience with a wide range of Data Science techniques (e.g. ML, Optimisation, Simulation, GenAI, etc.). • Demonstrated ability to take models from design through to production deployment, including performance optimisation, monitoring, and integration into business workflows beyond proof-of-concept or prototype stages. • Familiarity with airline operations or supply chain analytics is desirable. • Significant experience in similar roles, with a proven ability to integrate quickly into new teams and deliver immediate value. • Initial co-location with BA teams in London is essential to ensure close collaboration. Candidates must also be prepared to travel internationally during later stages to facilitate group-wide deployment.