Data Analyst - Aerospace

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Principal Data Analyst (SC Cleared - Aerospace/Defence)

📍 Location: Reading (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite, flexibility available)

🔐 Clearance: SC Cleared (Active)

💼 Contract Type: Inside IR35

💰 Rate: £80 - £83 per hour

Overview

Are you an experienced SC Cleared Data Analyst with a strong background in aerospace or defence?

We are looking for a Principal Data Analyst to join a cutting-edge programme within the Edgewing business, supporting a greenfield site where you'll play a critical role in shaping data capability from the ground up.

This is a fast-paced, high-impact environment where your expertise will directly influence how aircraft sensor data is analysed, optimised, and transformed into actionable insight.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and delivery of advanced analytics solutions across a greenfield data environment

Analyse and interpret aircraft sensor data to drive performance improvements and operational insights

Improve data quality, optimise performance, and reduce false positives in analytical outputs

Develop and maintain dashboards, reporting, and automated data workflows using SQL and modern tools

Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders within the Edgewing ecosystem

Define and implement robust data governance, security, and compliance standards

Influence strategic decisions through clear, data-driven storytelling

Mentor junior analysts and contribute to building a high-performing data team

Operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment, adapting to changing priorities

Key Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a Data Analyst within aerospace, defence, or similar high-assurance environments

Strong understanding of aircraft systems and sensor data

Experience working in or with the Edgewing business (highly desirable)

Advanced SQL and data warehousing expertise

Strong data visualisation skills (Power BI, Tableau)

Demonstrated ability to improve data performance and analytical accuracy

Experience reducing false positives and enhancing data reliability

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively with both engineers and analysts

Core Expertise (Must-Have)

MOD experience

Active SC Clearance

Strong background in aerospace data and systems

Data modelling and dashboard design for scalable, future-proof solutions

Expertise in data validation, QA, and data quality improvement

Experience in cloud or hybrid data environments and data warehousing

Deep understanding of data security, ethics, and privacy

Experience managing workloads across multidisciplinary teams

Familiarity with Agile and/or DevOps methodologies

Why Apply?

Join a greenfield programme with real influence over data strategy and architecture

Work on cutting-edge aerospace and defence projects within the Edgewing environment

Play a key role in improving mission-critical data performance and accuracy

Flexible hybrid working with potential for reduced onsite requirements

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