Data Scientist

Responsibilities Kforce has a client in Long Island City, NY that is seeking a Data Scientist with strong Machine Learning experience to support crew operations and real-time decision-making. This role focuses on optimizing crew availability, improving disruption response, and driving cost-efficient operational strategies through advanced analytics. Key Responsibilities: • Build predictive models to forecast crew availability and identify gaps • Analyze disruptions (delays, cancellations, schedule changes) and their impact on crew operations • Develop models to optimize crew reassignment and recovery strategies • Evaluate cost drivers such as hotels, overtime, and repositioning • Design analytics to support real-time operational decision-making • Partner with cross-functional teams to improve response to disruptions Requirements • Strong experience with Machine Learning and data analysis • Proficiency in Python, SQL, and modern data/ML tools • Experience working with large, complex or real-time datasets • Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and communication skills • Experience in aviation, scheduling, or operations analytics • Background in optimization, forecasting, or disruption modeling The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.