Data Scientist
Posted 15 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Analyst - Data Scientist Machine Learning”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 3+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyComputer Science, Data Science, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Operations Research, Statistics (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Study levelMaster's
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Description
United Airlines’ Flight Operations Performance & Analytics team partners with business and technology leaders to improve operational performance through data-driven decision making. The team develops analytics products, forecasting models, automation, and decision-support solutions that support Flight Operations priorities.
Role Overview
This role applies advanced analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and statistical modeling techniques to solve complex business problems, improve operational efficiency, and support strategic initiatives across Flight Operations. The role works closely with business stakeholders, analysts, data engineers, and technology partners to develop scalable analytical solutions and clear, actionable recommendations.
Job responsibilities:
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Execute solutions to business problems using statistical modeling, machine learning, optimization and predictive analytics techniques
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Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, risks and opportunities that improve operational decision making
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Design and deploy scalable analytical products, dashboards and automated decision-support solutions
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Develop AI and Generative AI use cases including LLM-based solutions, text analytics and workflow automation
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Partner with business stakeholders to translate operational challenges into analytical solutions and recommendations
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Continuously improve analytical methodologies, models and processes through innovation and best practices
This position is offered on local terms and conditions. Expatriate assignments and sponsorship for employment visas, even on a time-limited visa status, will not be awarded. This position is for United Airlines Business Services Pvt. Ltd - a wholly owned subsidiary of United Airlines Inc.
Qualifications
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
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Bachelor's degree
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Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Operations Research, Economics, or related quantitative field