Data Scientist - MRO AI Solutions - £700 per day inside IR35 (depending on experience) - Hybrid - 2-3 days per week in West Drayton and Paddington I am working with a key client within the Aviation Sector who are looking for a number of Data Scientists to join their team for an AI / Machine Learning Programme, working on Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul, improving systems and looking at automation. The project is estimated to last over two years, and will be offered in the form of a rolling 6 monthly contract, inside IR35. Please only apply if you have strong optimisation skills, predictive / prescriptive modelling, operational focussed machine learning, hands on experience with Python / Tensor Flow and Pytorch and have proven experience taking models into production. The key component to this role having strong experience of putting Solutions into Production and to work directly with stakeholders as a business facing Data Consultant. You will need to have worked on challenging optimisation problems in a corporate operations environment. Required Skills & Experience Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch). Strong statistical and analytical skills. Experience with a wide range of Data Science techniques (e.g. ML, Optimisation, Simulation, GenAI, etc.). Demonstrated ability to take models from design through to production deployment, including performance optimisation, monitoring, and integration into business workflows beyond proof-of-concept or prototype stages. Familiarity with airline operations or supply chain analytics is desirable. Significant experience in similar roles, with a proven ability to integrate quickly into new teams and deliver immediate value. Initial co-location with teams in London is essential to ensure close collaboration. Candidates must also be prepared to travel internationally during later stages to facilitate group-wide deployment. Looking forward to receiving your application. Sponsorship is not provided for the role and I cannot accept directly sponsored candidates or those overseas at present. Inside IR35 status and willingness to work in Paddington and West Drayton 2-3 times a week is absolutely key. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk