JMPS Lab Analyst & Technician: Flight Test Readiness

DCS Corporation; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS Corporation seeks a Lab Analyst/Technician to provide dedicated technical, systems administration, and operational planning support for JMPS across lab, ground, and flight test events.

The role involves end-to-end software deployment, OS security hardening, mission data handling, and real-time troubleshooting in a high-tempo flight test environment. On-site work is required with 15-30% travel, and DoD security clearance is expected.

Qualifications

• Must have strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in avionics and mission planning systems.
• Experience with Windows/Mac/Linux environments and security hardening.
• Ability to manage configuration and software deployments in a lab/test setting.
• Familiarity with DoD security practices and IAVA patching processes.

Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, and configure JMPS framework and related components.
• Maintain system security and apply OS patches to ensure compliance.
• Perform end-to-end software deployment and pre-test validation checks.
• Act as liaison between engineering teams and aircrew during operations.
• Handle data loads including mission data, COMSEC materials, and navigation databases.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Systems administration

Security patches

IAVA compliance

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

DCS Corporation seeks a Lab Analyst/Technician to provide dedicated technical, systems administration, and operational planning support for JMPS across lab, ground, and flight test events.

The role involves end-to-end software deployment, OS security hardening, mission data handling, and real-time troubleshooting in a high-tempo flight test environment. On-site work is required with 15-30% travel, and DoD security clearance is expected.