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Textron Data Analyst - Manufacturing Systems in Wichita, Kansas
Data Analyst - Manufacturing Systems
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Data Analysts support the development and optimization of strategic initiatives by generating actionable insights and recommendations from internal and external data. Data Analysts support business growth by using business intelligence tools to mine complex data, identify historic trends, and visualize large datasets. Data Analysts play a critical role in data governance, helping to create and maintain data standards and quality.
The Data Analyst will work as part of the skilled and passionate Textron Aviation IT Data & Analytics team providing support and guidance to data analytics professionals throughout the company. This position primarily focuses on support of front-end Data Analytics software such as Power BI and Alteryx, including development and training of best practices and optimization. Additionally, this position will leverage data analytics tools and techniques to create metrics for data analytics architecture and generate strategic recommendations.
At Textron Aviation, we are building a community of Data & Analytics professionals with an emphasis on collaboration and cross functional support. You will have the opportunity to work closely with your peers throughout the organization toward a vision of data driven strategy.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and maintain data reports measuring daily business activities in Power BI, Alteryx, or similar tools using query languages and formula libraries such as SQL and DAX.
Serves as an internal consultant to business leaders by conducting regular and ad-hoc analyses to convert data into strategic assets.
Develop technical as well as process-based solutions addressing business needs.
Work to improve data quality by assisting data governance efforts in creating and maintaining data quality standards.
Develop best practices and document proven solutions.
Interface with other data professionals throughout the organization to embrace cross functional growth in analytics capabilities.
Gather and document analytics project requirements from business stakeholders.
Explore and understand the inner workings and market context of an aircraft OEM.
Qualifications
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree required in MIS, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Administration, Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, or related technical field/coursework.
Aviation experience preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint.
Practical application experience with one or more analytics packages such as SAS, R, SQL, Python (& associated libraries), or similar.
Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
Experience working with relational databases and developing complex data sets.
Ability to identify relevant metrics and explain technical information to a broad audience.
Desire and ability to learn and leverage new software, tools, and processes in a self-learning environment.
Kansas Tax Credit:
Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Business Development
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 07/10/2024, 9:54:00 AM
Job Number: 323308