Job Description

Are you passionate about solving complex problems with data? Join our team as an Operations Research Data Scientist and use your quantitative expertise to drive innovation and operational excellence. You’ll be at the forefront of transforming data into actionable insights that will shape decision-making and improve performance across a range of high-visibility IT projects.

Your Role:

• Provide cutting-edge expertise in data analysis, statistics, forecasting, simulation, and optimization through models, consulting, and software prototypes.
• Source, clean, interpret, and detect anomalies within large datasets, ensuring accuracy and actionable results.
• Collaborate on impactful IT projects with both internal teams and external vendors, making key contributions to development and solution design.
• Design, test, and develop decision support systems that are vital to business operations.
• Work closely with customers to identify needs, report progress, and develop execution plans.

Telecommuting: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home 2-3 days per week.

Why Delta?At Delta, we believe in shared success. Join a culture that values Care, Integrity, Resilience, Servant Leadership, and Teamwork. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth and well-being.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary + industry-leading profit sharing program + performance incentives
• 401(k) with up to 9% company contribution
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, holidays, personal time, maternity & parental leave
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive coverage including medical, dental, vision, and life benefits
• Family Care Assistance: Fertility support, adoption assistance, lactation support, and more
• Wellbeing Programs: Access to emotional, social, physical, and financial health support
• Travel Perks: Domestic and international flight privileges for you and your family
• Community & Sustainability: Participate in programs that focus on innovation, sustainability, and community engagement
• Recognition & Rewards: Appreciate your hard work with rewards and awards
• Deltaperks: Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings, and voluntary benefits

What You Need to Succeed:

• A Master’s degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Transportation Science, Aeronautics, or a related field
• Proficiency in:
  • Python programming
  • Building machine learning models
  • Data visualization using Microsoft Excel
  • Demand forecasting and airline revenue management systems
• Strong foundation in quantitative analysis and problem-solving

Bonus Points:

• Experience in the airline industry is a plus!

Ready to take your career to new heights? Apply today and become part of a team that’s dedicated to making the world a better place, one data-driven decision at a time.