Data Scientist

GE Aerospace
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Job Description Summary

Here at GE Aerospace we have exciting new permanent opportunities to join our team as a Senior Data Scientist based out of our Eastleigh (Southampton) site on a hybrid basis.


You'll work as part of a team to rapidly develop Data Science solutions, which deliver clear value to GE Aerospace. You will be able to quickly assimilate customer requirements and translate these into working solutions. In this role you'll be continuously exercising your analytic expertise, data knowledge and user experience skillset.


Role and Responsibilities

  • As a GE Aerospace Data Scientist, you'll get to work on projects which typically involve large and complex data sets.
  • Our projects support all aspects of the GE Aerospace business from asset in-service deployment, fleet monitoring and management to OEM, MRO, supply chain and financial operations.
  • We work alongside internal GE customers and stakeholders to rapidly develop, test and deploy Data Science solutions which solve real-world problems and deliver significant value to the business. We also develop custom in-house analytics tools to meet the various internal business needs.
  • The role combines data science with application / domain knowledge. We make extensive use of AI and ML techniques including LLMs, Computer Vision, Neural Networks and Advanced Statistical methods.

Role Requirements

  • Experience of Python is essential.
  • In‑role experience of data science.
  • Demonstrable understanding of the data lifecycle.
  • Analytical scripting skills essential, ideally Python.
  • Knowledge and experience of applying ML / AI / Advanced Statistics to solve real‑world problems.
  • Experience using Version Control, ideally Github.
  • A keen interest working in Aerospace / Aviation industry.
  • Awareness of how to leverage curiosity and creativity to drive business impact.
  • Capable of working within a team or independently.
  • Able to complete specific tasks to required timelines.
  • Good communicator: Comfortable communicating complex technical information to a range of stakeholders – peers, experts and non‑experts, customers.

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work‑life balance.


Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.


As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;



  • Non‑contributory Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Group income protection
  • Private medical cover
  • Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS


Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.


Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes



  • This is a remote position


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