Signature Aviation is seeking a Senior Manager, Data Science to join the company’s Data Science & Continuous Improvement (CI) team. As the operator of the largest network of fixed base operators (FBOs) in the world, Signature Aviation sits at the center of the aviation ecosystem with access to complex operational and commercial datasets. The Senior Manager, Data Science is responsible for unlocking the value of that data – transforming it into actionable insights, predictive capabilities, and AI-driven solutions that improve operational performance, guest experience, workforce optimization, and financial outcomes.
This role serves as a player-coach, balancing strategic leadership and people development with direct participation in technical solution development and delivery. The Senior Manager, Data Science will remain hands-on in the design and development of analytics solutions, data pipelines, ETL processes, machine learning models, and analytical frameworks while coaching and developing a high-performing team of Data Scientists, Senior Analysts, and Analysts. This leader will also develop collaborative relationships with leaders across the enterprise and ensure that data science solutions are scalable, sustainable, and aligned with measurable business outcomes.
ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities:
Data Acquisition, Engineering & Integration Leadership
Design, develop, and oversee scalable ETL/ELT processes that support enterprise reporting, advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI initiatives
Partner with IT, HRIS and business teams to improve data accessibility, reliability, quality, and governance
Establish standards and best practices for data ingestion, transformation, integration, and quality assurance
Participate directly in the development and optimization of data pipelines, data models, and analytical datasets
Ensure analytical solutions are built upon reliable, governed, and well-structured data assets
Business Partnership & Value Realization
Establish executive-level reporting on data science outcomes, model performance, and enterprise impact
Define success metrics and monitor realization of business benefits from analytics initiatives
Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within scope, and with measurable returns
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on analytics, AI, and emerging technologies
Drive adoption of analytical solutions and ensure measurable business impact
Strategic & Team Leadership
Develop and execute the Operations data science roadmap aligned with company strategic objectives
Partner with executive and operational leaders to translate business challenges into data-driven strategies and solutions
Identify and prioritize high-value opportunities for predictive analytics, machine learning, optimization, and AI solutions
Lead and develop a team of Data Scientists, Senior Analysts, and Analysts
Operate as a player-coach by providing both strategic direction and hands-on technical execution and leadership
Build organizational data science capabilities through coaching, technical development, and succession planning
Minimum Education and/or Experience:
10+ years of experience in a data science or advanced analytics role
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related quantitative field. Advanced degree preferred.
3+ years of experience managing direct reports
- Demonstrated success delivering business value through predictive analytics, machine learning, optimization, or AI initiatives.
Experience applying statistical modeling and machine learning techniques to real-world business problems
- Experience leading cross-functional projects
Demonstrated leadership and influencing skills
Additional knowledge and skills:
- Experience working across the full analytics lifecycle, from data acquisition and transformation through insight generation and operationalization
- Experience deploying Advanced analytics, predictive modeling, optimization, and AI-driven solutions into production environments
- Experience designing and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines and data integration processes
- Experience consuming and integrating APIs for data capture/ingestion
- Experience translating business needs into technical and data requirements
- Advanced proficiency in Python, SQL, and modern data transformation frameworks
Experience with cloud-based analytics environments (Databricks preferred) and modern data platforms
- Strong understanding of data modeling, data warehousing, and analytics engineering principles
- Experience using GIT for configuration control
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to work both independently and with cross-functional teams
- Leadership presence and the ability to confidently engage with executive leaders and frontline team members in formal and informal settings
- Willingness and ability to lead through both strategic direction and hands-on technical execution
- Ability to execute amidst competing priorities
- Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
Ability to communicate complex analytical concepts and model results to non-technical audiences
Strong business acumen with the ability to connect analytical outcomes to operational and financial performance
With more than 225 locations worldwide, Signature Aviation is the largest global network of private aviation terminals, delivering safe, convenient, and elevated experiences to those we serve. As a premier hospitality organization and a certified Great Place to Work™, we are committed to redefining private air travel. Our nearly 6,000-strong team of aviation experts and enthusiasts is dedicated to delivering excellence to our guests and communities, and it starts with taking care of our team. Signature provides a variety of benefits, programs, and resources to support our team members’ overall well-being and professional development. We proudly volunteer and give back, focusing on elevating the neighborhoods where we operate, empowering the next generation of aviation professionals, and supporting our veterans.
From your health to your financial wellness, there are several benefits for you and your family when joining Signature Aviation.
Our Benefits:
- Medical/prescription drug, dental, and vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k)
- Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
- Identity Theft and Legal Services
- Paid time off
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Training and Development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Perks
Skills Required
- 10+ years of experience in data science or advanced analytics
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field
- Advanced degree
- 3+ years of experience managing direct reports
- Demonstrated success delivering business value through predictive analytics, machine learning, optimization, or AI initiatives
- Experience applying statistical modeling and machine learning techniques to real-world business problems
- Experience leading cross-functional projects
- Demonstrated leadership and influencing skills
- Experience across the full analytics lifecycle, from data acquisition and transformation through insight generation and operationalization
- Experience deploying advanced analytics, predictive modeling, optimization, and AI-driven solutions into production environments
- Experience designing and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines and data integration processes
- Experience consuming and integrating APIs for data capture and ingestion
- Advanced proficiency in Python, SQL, and modern data transformation frameworks
- Experience with cloud-based analytics environments; Databricks preferred
- Strong understanding of data modeling, data warehousing, and analytics engineering principles
- Experience using Git for configuration control
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
- Leadership presence and ability to engage with executive leaders and frontline team members
- Willingness and ability to lead through strategic direction and hands-on technical execution
- Ability to execute amid competing priorities
- Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
- Ability to communicate complex analytical concepts and model results to non-technical audiences
- Strong business acumen connecting analytical outcomes to operational and financial performance
Signature Aviation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Signature Aviation and has not been reviewed or approved by Signature Aviation.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is described as solid, with HSA/FSA options and protections like life and disability insurance. An Employee Assistance Program and wellness initiatives reinforce the health and wellbeing support.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) retirement plan is a consistent component of the package. Retirement benefits are presented as dependable and broadly available.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off includes vacation, sick days, paid holidays, military leave, and bereavement leave. Some roles note the ability to carry over vacation time.
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What We Do
Signature Aviation is the world’s preeminent aviation hospitality company, offering exceptional experiences and essential support services to business and private aviation guests. The company’s large-scale infrastructure footprint enables travel, fosters human connection and is a critical global economic driver. Signature operates an industry-leading network of private aviation terminals, with over 200 locations covering key destinations in 27 countries across five continents and is the largest distributor of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The company also offers nearly 15 million square feet of carbon neutral multiuse office and hangar real estate globally, providing unique networkwide benefits and advantages to guests who base their aircraft at a Signature location. For more information, please visit www.signatureaviation.com.
