Has your former background in the defense industry helped you to succeed as a data scientist?

Bindi, I worked in defense as a Mechanical Engineer and I would say any background or experience in an analytics role would help you progress into Data Science. Exposure to math and statistics really helps. Data Science requires a natural curiosity about data and problem-solving. I would say as an aerospace engineer you have these qualities. I would take some training in this space. General data science class, freshen up on your statistics, a machine learning class, and learn Python. Hope this helps.

@Monika M.: anything you want to add?

Hi Bindi,

Thank you for getting in touch with us.

Experience in the defense industry can provide useful skills like precision and problem-solving, but to truly succeed as a data scientist, the key foundations are mathematics, statistical thinking, and broader analytical abilities — combined with curiosity, clear communication, and continuous learning.

I hope this helps! Thanks for getting in touch, and feel free to reach out anytime if you need more support.