Data Collector V, Testing and Data Collection

Socket.dev; Maryland; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance

Mentorship and professional growth

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Dexis in Aberdeen, Maryland seeks a Data Collector V to support a large Army test program. The role covers data collection, technical writing, test monitoring, and editorial review across diverse materiel programs. Onsite work in Aberdeen with possible CONUS/OCONUS travel; a Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities include supervising data collection teams, training staff, and ensuring data quality. The position requires a technical degree or equivalent experience and strong English skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical area with 2+ years data collection experience OR Associate’s degree with 4+ years OR 6+ years in data collection involving military or nonmilitary equipment.
• GPA 2.5+ in math/science and 3.0+ in English, or 2.5+ in college English
• High school diploma required; English proficiency in speaking, reading, writing
• Proficient in computers and MS Office
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• Willing to travel CONUS/OCONUS and work outside normal hours
• Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers healthcare insurance and benefits

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight to data collection teams on various programs.
• Offer technical guidance and monitor workload.
• Review ongoing and completed work for quality and accuracy.
• Train staff and provide written instructions and materials.
• Maintain files, supplies, and data forms for tests.
• Coordinate data collection support and field work as required.

Skills

Data collection

Technical writing

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s/Associate degree in a technical area

High school diploma

Tools

ODIN

VDLS

Cognos

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dexis is a dynamic professional services firm dedicated to partnering with government and community leaders both in the U.S. and internationally to achieve critical social outcomes in a rapidly changing world.

At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, respect, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.

About the Position

Dexis is seeking a Data Collector V to support a large-scale Army test and evaluation program. The project provides data collection, technical writing, computer operations, range scheduling, and administrative support services necessary to execute the government’s test mission. Support encompasses testing of a wide variety of automotive, combat, electronic, general equipment, and ordnance materiel, with services including data collection and coordination, data compilation and processing, development and management of data collection forms, test monitoring, technical writing and editorial review, reporting, data and software administration, range scheduling, and related operational support.
The Data Collector V provides technical oversight and guidance to personnel collecting data across a variety of test programs, including highly complex programs.
Work will be performed primarily onsite in Aberdeen, Maryland, with travel to other locations within the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) as required by mission needs. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight to employees assigned to collect data on a variety of test programs, including highly complex programs.
• Provide technical guidance, assistance, and on-the-job training and closely monitor workload.
• Review work in progress and review and initial completed work for quality assurance, completeness, and accuracy on a daily basis.
• Train employees on specific tasks and job techniques and provide applicable written instructions, reference materials, and supplies.
• Maintain current files, supplies, manuals, and electronic data forms for assigned test projects.
• Recognize basic problems in data collection techniques and recommend solutions.
• Determine and ensure test data meet project requirements related to technical manual evaluation, identification and description of potential critical problems, adequacy of repair parts, tools and support equipment, and design for maintainability.
• Support government test directors, engineers, and analysts by coordinating required data collection support and performing field work, as required.
• Assist government Data Quality personnel, as required.
• Use web-enabled data management systems such as ODIN and VDLS.
• Use application tools such as Cognos, as required, to query databases and produce reports based on user requirements.
• Perform job functions at sites other than Aberdeen as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical area and two (2) years of experience performing data collection involving military or nonmilitary equipment and associated maintenance concepts; OR an Associate’s degree in a technical area and four (4) years of experience performing data collection involving military or nonmilitary equipment and associated maintenance concepts; OR six (6) years of experience performing data collection involving military or nonmilitary equipment and associated maintenance concepts.
• Must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher in each individual discipline of math and science and a GPA of 3.0 or higher in high school English or a GPA of 2.5 or higher in college English from an accredited high school or university.
• Must possess a high school diploma.
• Must be proficient in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and Microsoft Office software.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned functions, which may include working in extreme heat or cold, high humidity, blowing sand and dust, confined spaces, at heights, and walking distances over unimproved terrain while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be available to support work outside normal duty hours when required by mission needs.
• Must be willing and able to travel within CONUS and OCONUS as required.
• Dexis is on a mission to help solve today’s most pressing global political, social, and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee, you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. Our motto is "find a way or make a way" - that’s how Dexis goes "all in." How will you?
• Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.
• Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.
• As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.