De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.
Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.
Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.
Position Summary:
We are seeking highly skilled and analytical Temporary Business Analysts to join the MPC (Manufacturing Planning & Control) Business Analytics Team. These roles are essential to supporting the IFS Cutover Process and strengthening post-IFS infrastructure readiness. The successful candidates will play a key role in accelerating data development, migration, and integration efforts that enable business continuity and reporting excellence.
The ideal candidates will have a strong technical background in SQL, Python, Power BI, and Microsoft Fabric, along with a disciplined approach to documentation and data quality. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a critical enterprise transformation initiative in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Data Engineering & Integration
Develop, test, and optimize dataflows, pipelines, and data models to support reporting and analytics.
Integrate data from multiple sources, including IFS Cloud and Microsoft Fabric.
Automate and streamline recurring processes using Python, APIs, and scripting tools.
Analytics & Reporting
Design and build advanced Power BI dashboards to monitor operational performance and support decision-making using advanced DAX skills.
Analyze large datasets to identify trends, data inconsistencies, and improvement opportunities.
Support data migration and validation activities throughout the IFS Cutover phase.
Documentation & Quality Assurance
Maintain detailed documentation for data structures, processes, and transformation logic.
Implement data validation procedures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
Collaboration & Support
Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into analytical solutions.
Support testing, validation, and user acceptance activities during and after migration.
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization within data workflows.
Stay informed on emerging tools and best practices in business analytics and data engineering.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
Technical Skills:
Advanced SQL – strong query development and optimization experience.
Python – data manipulation, automation, and integration scripting.
Data Modeling – design and maintain efficient data structures for analytics.
Power BI (Advanced) – strong DAX, data modeling, and visualization skills.
Microsoft Fabric – experience with dataflows, pipelines, and notebooks.
Data Integration – building and maintaining ETL/ELT processes.
Documentation Discipline – clear, consistent technical documentation.
Good-to-Have Skills:
Familiarity with IFS Cloud data structures and relationships.
Experience with API integrations and automation scripting.
Experience:
Minimum 5+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related field.
Work Environment:
Temporary full-time contract positions (duration aligned with IFS Cutover timeline of minimum 6 months).
Hybrid working environment with collaboration across business and technical teams.
Opportunity to contribute to a high-visibility enterprise transformation project.
Competitive compensation based on experience and duration of engagement.
Why work at De Havilland?
De Havilland Canada is a Canadian-owned and operated aircraft manufacturer dedicated to providing rewarding opportunities in a diverse and welcoming workplace.
Work with a team that makes a true difference in the world- making it possible for people to travel around the globe efficiently, comfortably and safely.
We’ve manufactured over 5,600 aircraft including the most advanced turboprop in the air today. Our experience and expertise in constructing the highest performing aircraft in the industry is second to none.
Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are dynamic workplaces led by teams that support and encourage all employees.
With a passionate team of innovators and a global network of support, De Havilland Canada proudly carries on it’s tradition as a leader in aerospace.
In addition to plenty of opportunities for career growth in a stimulating work environment, De Havilland Canada offers:
Competitive wages
Paid vacation
Extended health benefits (medical, dental, vision, paramedical)
Life insurance
RRSP/DPSP Plan
Employee and family assistance program
At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.
At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.
