Lead Data Scientist

Job Description Who We Are

Founded in 1995, Elevate Aviation Group is the parent organization uniting Elevate Jet, Private Jet Services (PJS), and Elevate MRO under one standard of aviation excellence. We operate in the space between small operators and faceless corporations – large enough to deliver global capability, yet agile enough to provide true personal service. As we enter our fourth decade, we’re revolutionizing how we approach the market, combining decades of operational expertise with modern technology to deliver certainty, safety, and seamless experiences across every stage of private aviation – from charter to acquisition, management, and maintenance.

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Data Scientist to lead efforts in analyzing market demand and dynamic pricing across the private jet charter ecosystem. This role plays a pivotal part in shaping our pricing algorithms, demand forecasts, and sourcing strategies that directly power our charter broker platform.

• Develop and maintain pricing models that reflect real-time supply, demand, and market conditions.
• Analyze historical booking patterns, aircraft availability, and operational costs to optimize instant-book pricing logic.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and revenue teams to design data-driven pricing features and dashboards.
• Use machine learning, statistical modeling, and predictive analytics to forecast user demand and route popularity.
• Automate data collection pipelines sourcing from internal systems, aviation APIs, and third‑party data providers.
• Design A / B tests and performance metrics to evaluate the success of pricing and recommendation models.
• Translate scientific insights into actionable strategies that improve conversion rates, margin, and user satisfaction.
• Build customer segmentation models to enable personalized experiences and targeted marketing.
• Track and report on key performance metrics including conversion rates, average booking value, and customer lifetime value.

• Master’s or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in applied data science, ideally in travel, mobility, logistics, or dynamic marketplace environments.
• Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and analytical libraries (Pandas, Num Py, Scikit‑learn, Tensor Flow or PyTorch).
• Experience designing and deploying pricing or forecasting models in production environments.
• Excellent understanding of time‑series analysis, demand elasticity modeling, and revenue optimization.
• Proven ability to communicate complex models in clear, business‑relevant terms.
• Familiarity with aviation or charter scheduling data is a strong plus.

• The typical work schedule includes five 8‑hour shifts assigned to one of the established schedules within the department. Nights, weekends and / or holidays may be required to support the needs of the organization.
• Ability to travel as needed up to 10%

• FLSA Status – Full Time Exempt
• Lifting requirements – Up to 20lbs
• U.S. work authorization is a precondition of employment. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S, both now and at all future times. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Elevate Aviation Group is a privately held aviation organization established in 1995, comprising Private Jet Services (PJS), Elevate Jet, and Elevate MRO. Together, these divisions serve every stage of private aviation, from first inquiry and flight planning to aircraft acquisition, management, and maintenance.

We occupy a rare position in private aviation, combining the scale and resources of a national organization with the agility and discretion of a boutique firm. Operating at the standard of aviation excellence means holding our people to that same standard. Our teams anticipate needs, take ownership, and approach every mission with care, precision, and pride. In this world, the greatest cost is not the flight itself but the cost of not arriving when it matters most.

As we enter our fourth decade, we are revolutionizing how we approach the market, building a technology‑enabled system that empowers our people to focus on what they do best: anticipating problems before they occur so they never reach our clients, and providing a frictionless, calm experience from departure to destination. For nearly thirty years, we have supported some of the most defining moments in modern history—from presidential campaigns and global sporting events to world tours and humanitarian missions—all with an unwavering commitment to flawless execution.

We are the architects of seamless arrival.