Principal Engineer - Data Science & Analytics

RTX RTX · Aerospace · bengaluru, Karnātaka, India · Engineering

RTX is seeking a Principal Engineer - Data Science & Analytics in Bengaluru, India, to develop, deploy, and support machine learning and statistical models for forecasting, prediction, and prescriptive solutions in gas turbine engine maintenance. The role involves leading the implementation of advanced analytics, creating Power BI dashboards, and providing technical leadership for model development, testing, deployment, and monitoring.

What you'd actually do

  1. Lead the development and implementation of advanced analytics solutions using DMRO (Digital Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) data to provide actionable insights and enable data-driven decision-making. Oversee the creation of Power BI dashboards to deliver impactful insights for the MRO network.
  2. Provide technical leadership in defining, prototyping, testing, deploying, and monitoring complex machine learning and statistical models to deliver high-impact predictions and forecasts.
  3. Collaborate with engineering organization leads to identify and prioritize strategic opportunities for leveraging data science and analytics to enhance operations and drive the long-term DMRO roadmap.
  4. Drive cross-functional collaboration by aligning teams, fostering an environment of innovation, and leading the identification and execution of high-value continuous improvement initiatives.
  5. Lead and manage multiple high-priority projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, on-time delivery, and adherence to quality standards. Utilize agile/scrum practices to guide team dynamics and project execution.

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree (with 10+ year experience) or Advanced degree (with 8+ year experience) in Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics or Statistics
  • 6+ years of experience building machine learning/statistical models
  • 3+ years of experience in SQL or Databricks
  • 3+ year of experience in developing solution architecture
  • Proficiency in machine learning tools and programming languages such as Python.
  • Strong communication skills
  • ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Familiarity with agile practices, including sprint, scrum, and PI ceremonies, and their application in project execution.
  • Demonstrates excellent judgment and professional maturity.
  • Quick learner with a creative problem-solving mindset

Nice to have

  • Experience in aerospace domain.
  • Experience with Databricks
  • Experience developing PowerBI dashboards
  • Familiarity with agile practices and the role of a Scrum Master
  • Proven ability to bridge the gap between technical expertise and business needs.

What the JD emphasized

  • 6+ years of experience building machine learning/statistical models
  • 3+ years of experience in SQL or Databricks
  • 3+ year of experience in developing solution architecture

Other signals

  • development, deployment, and support of innovative machine learning and statistical models
  • provide forecasting, prediction, and prescriptive solutions
  • seamlessly embedded into our software and workflows
  • advance the state of the art in gas turbine engine repairs and overhauls
  • reducing the cost and time required for maintaining our parts, components, and engines