JMPS Lab Mission Planner & Systems Technician (Flight Test)

DCS Corp; Ridgecrest, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS Corp. is seeking a Lab Analyst / Technician to support the JMPS environment for lab, ground, and flight test events. You will deploy software, secure systems, and manage mission data loads while coordinating with engineers and aircrew.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting in real time, maintaining documentation, and ensuring test readiness across multiple test environments. On-site role with travel, requiring Top Secret clearance and DoD-aligned qualifications.

Qualifications

• Must have U.S. citizenship.
• Must have security clearances (Secret with ability to obtain Top Secret).
• On-site work only; not eligible for remote work.
• Travel required: 15-30%.
• Experience with DoD systems and flight test environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, and configure JMPS framework and platform components.
• Apply routine OS security patches and IAVA compliance.
• Perform end-to-end software deployment and pre-test validation.
• Provide mission planning expertise to Flight Test Engineers and aircrew.
• Load and validate Aircraft Mission Data, EW libraries, and navigation data.
• Document system deficiencies and communicate issues to leads.
• Maintain logs, CM tracking sheets, and lab usage records.
• Support test events with adaptable planning configurations.

Skills

JMPS environment knowledge

Security patching

IAVA compliance

Mission data handling

Liaison with aircrew

Troubleshooting under pressure

Education

High school diploma + 10 years related experience

Associate's degree + 4 years related experience

Bachelor's degree + 2+ years related experience

Tools

JMPS

MPEs

DAFIF

Windows 10/11

Job description

DCS Corp. is seeking a Lab Analyst / Technician to support the JMPS environment for lab, ground, and flight test events. You will deploy software, secure systems, and manage mission data loads while coordinating with engineers and aircrew.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting in real time, maintaining documentation, and ensuring test readiness across multiple test environments. On-site role with travel, requiring Top Secret clearance and DoD-aligned qualifications.