About Me

A deep dive into my experience, skills, and career journey as a freelance data scientist.

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Who am I?

I am a (freelance) Data Scientist who combines a business mindset with military‑shaped discipline to build data products that support clear and confident decision‑making.

Before I ever wrote my first line of Python, I studied Business Management and trained as a military pilot. Those two worlds couldn’t be more different, yet together they shaped how I work today: structured, curious, calm under pressure, and focused on creating solutions that genuinely help people.

My interest in data grew from a fascination with how information can transform the way teams operate. In the military, I learned the value of clarity and sound decision‑making; in business, I learned how organizations think, move, and prioritize. Data science became the place where those perspectives came together — a way to bring structure, insight, and impact into complex environments.

I’ve built predictive maintenance models, developed LLM‑powered tools, and designed data products that support operational decision‑making. What I enjoy most is turning complex technical work into something intuitive and useful — solutions that people actually adopt because they make their day easier.

I’ve learned that I thrive when I’m close to the people and processes I’m supporting. Listening to what teams struggle with and shaping data solutions that truly help them is what keeps me energized in my work.

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Piene Claessen
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Experience & Education

🤖 Data Scientist

April 2024 - Present
Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force

Contributing to the Digital Transformation program, developing data products including predictive maintenance tools, AI agents, and analytical solutions.

Machine Learning Python AI Agents

📊 Data Analyst

March 2022 - April 2024
Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force

Led data analytics initiatives, established Air Force-wide data governance frameworks, built Power BI dashboards, and delivered data literacy training to 50+ officers.

Power BI Data Governance Analytics

✈️ Military Pilot Trainee

September 2019 - March 2022
Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force

Completed officer training at the Royal Military Academy (KMA), obtained frozen ATPL, and logged 30 flight hours on Pilatus PC-7.

Leadership ATPL PC-7

📊 Data Analyst

January 2018 - August 2019
IRI

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Data FMCG Databases

🎓 MSc International Management

September 2016 - January 2018
Tilburg University

Specialized in strategic management and international business, with a focus on data-driven decision making and digital transformation.

Strategy Analytics

🎓 BSc Business Analytics

September 2012 - June 2016
Fontys University of Applied Sciences

Foundation in quantitative methods, statistics, programming, and business intelligence. Developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Statistics Programming
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Get In Touch

Let's Work Together

I'm currently available for freelance data science projects. Whether you need predictive analytics, machine learning solutions, LLM integration, or data strategy consulting, I'd love to hear about your project.

My approach combines technical excellence with business understanding, ensuring that data solutions deliver real, measurable value to your organization.