Data architect (Azure) (Aviation/airlines domain)
Hello, hope you are doing good!!Greetings from Nava Software Solutions, please review the job description below and let me know you interest in the position.Job Title: Azure Data ArchitectLocation: Atlanta, GA - HybridDuration: 6 MonthsRole OverviewAs an Azure Data Architect (Aviation & MRO), you will design and implement highly scalable, cloud-native data platforms. You will bridge complex technical architecture with deep aviation engineering and supply chain expertise, driving predictive maintenance, fleet reliability, inventory optimization, and robust data governanceKey ResponsibilitiesDomain-Specific Solution Design: Architect end-to-end data pipelines, data lakes, and data warehouses in Microsoft Azure tailored to airline MRO operations.IoT & Telemetry Integration: Design scalable ingestion architectures for massive volumes of sensor and IoT data from aircraft engines, flight logs, and avionics systems (e.g., Engine Condition Monitoring).Predictive Maintenance & AI/ML: Collaborate with data scientists to structure and operationalize ML models that predict part failures, optimize overhaul cycles, and minimize Aircraft on Ground (AOG) risks.Supply Chain & Inventory Analytics: Build data models supporting rotatable/consumable inventory forecasting, vendor management, and maintenance turnaround times.Data Governance & Compliance: Ensure aviation data compliance (e.g., FAA/EASA traceability standards) and establish master data management (MDM) frameworks across legacy ERP (e.g., SAP) and MRO-specific softwareTechnical QualificationsAzure Data Stack: Deep hands-on expertise with Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2, Azure Databricks, and Microsoft Fabric.Big Data & Streaming: Strong command over processing real-time telemetry (e.g., Azure Event Hubs, Kafka, Apache Spark).Database Systems: Proficiency in Data Modelling (Dimensional & Star Schema), utilizing both relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, PostgreSQL).Modern Architecture: Experience building Data Mesh, Lakehouse architectures, and implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOpsDomain Experience (Airlines / MRO)MRO Systems: Hands-on familiarity with aviation MRO software such as AMOS, Trax, Maintenix, or SAP for Aerospace & Défense.Aircraft Operations Data: Deep understanding of ATA chapters, maintenance task cards, reliability reporting, unscheduled removals, and work order processing.Aviation Regulations: Familiarity with safety, quality, and traceability requirements governing aircraft component maintenanceExperience & EducationTotal Experience: 10+ years in IT, with at least 5+ years specializing in Azure cloud data platforms and 3+ years directly serving the aviation/MRO or heavy engineering sectors.Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Data Engineer Associate are highly preferred