Lead

M1 Support Services; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 152,914,000 - 155,669,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and Dependent Life

AD&D

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

M1 Support Services is seeking a Lead, Data Analyst in Columbus, MS to oversee maintenance data analysis, ensure data integrity, and provide analytical support to maintenance operations. The role includes directing data analysts, guiding data collection, and producing reliable data products for decision-making.

Responsibilities include supervising data retrieval programs, training staff, and developing contingency plans for IMDS processing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum four (4) years of recent MMA experience.
• Completion of the Air Force MMA Technical School or equivalent training.
• At least a 5-level MMA (2R051) or equivalent MMA experience.
• Two+ years preparing 7501 reports and calculating maintenance metrics per AETC 21-105.
• Two+ years of IMDS/MIS DBM experience.
• Two+ years of DIT experience, including program oversight and training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train Data Analysts, assign tasks, ensure qualifications.
• Maintain training docs and ensure staff remain qualified.
• Oversee data retrieval programs for maintenance data collection and analysis.
• Develop procedures for maintenance data systems control.
• Support contingency plans for off-site IMDS processing.
• Prepare management, statistical, and performance reports for decision making.
• Identify data integrity issues and correct linkages in IMDS/MIS.
• Review data accuracy, trends, and propose further analysis.

Skills

Data analysis

Leadership

Excel (Power Query)

Microsoft Office

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MMA experience (4+)

Air Force MMA School or equivalent

Tools

IMDS/MIS

Job description

Company Information

M1 Support Services, LP

1500 Solana Blvd Suite 5200

Westlake, TX 76262

m1services.com

Position Title

Lead, Data Analyst

Location

Columbus, MS

Job Posting No

112429

Start Date

ASAP

Contract

AETC Acft. Mx. Support Svc.

Salary Range

$53.60/Hour

Posting Date

08/25/2026

Union

Yes

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Shift Work

Possible FT/PT Full-time

Relocation

No

Travel

Possible

Job Summary

M1 is looking for a Lead, Data Analyst. The Lead, Data Analyst serves as the working lead for maintenance data analysis activities, overseeing the collection, integrity, analysis, and reporting of maintenance and flying performance data. This position directs, provides guidance, and training to support data analyst tasks. The role provides analytical support to maintenance operations by identifying performance trends, validating data integrity, and supporting decision-making through reliable, compliant data products.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the working lead for Data Analysts, including assigning tasks and providing on-the-job training.
• Maintain training documentation and ensure assigned personnel remain qualified.
• Control the development and design of data retrieval programs used for the collection and analysis of maintenance data.
• Approve procedures related to coordination and control of background programs supporting maintenance data systems.
• Develop and support contingency plans for off-site IMDS processing during system outages or non-availability.
• Supervise the preparation of management, statistical, and performance analysis products to support maintenance decision making.
• Monitor and prepare studies, summaries, briefings, and presentations as required.
• Identify, correct, and resolve file and data linkage errors within IMDS/MIS using database utility programs.
• Monitor, collect, audit, and assemble data for management reports and briefings.
• Review data for accuracy, integrity, and significant trends; identify areas requiring further analysis or investigation.
• Analyze maintenance and flying performance data and provide causal analysis of trends to management and scheduling functions.
• Develop annual and monthly attrition factors for weather, maintenance, supply, operations, and other variables.
• Serve as the primary Database Manager (DBM) for IMDS/MIS.
• Oversee Data Integrity Team (DIT) activities, including program management and monitor training.
• Review external-source documentation for accuracy prior to use in reports.
• Prepare required weekly and monthly reports for external agencies (e.g., MLIR, RCSA, AETC LGM (M)7501 IAW AETCI 21-105).
• Assist maintenance personnel in interpreting maintenance data publications and reports.
• Promote company values, policies, and standards of conduct.
• Maintain professional coordination with base agencies and customers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including cross-utilization training (CUT), building custodian duties, TDY, and travel.

Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum four (4) years of recent experience in Maintenance Management Analysis (MMA).
• Completion of the Air Force Maintenance Analysis Technical School or equivalent training.
• Attainment of at least a 5-level proficiency (2R051) or equivalent MMA experience.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience preparing 7501 reports, including calculation of maintenance metrics in accordance with AETC 21-105.
• Minimum two (2) years of Database Manager (DBM) experience, including: o Management of IMDS/MIS subsystems o Aircraft mishap procedures o Annual audit of IMDS security profiles o Audit processes for IMDS ELC access
• Minimum two (2) years of Data Integrity Team (DIT) experience, including program oversight and training of DIT monitors.

Skills

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical data.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills (Power Query and BI experience required).
• Ability to develop spreadsheets, databases, charts, graphs, and presentations.
• Proficient in computer use and data entry.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with customers, base personnel, and data system monitors.
• Working knowledge of military maintenance terminology, aircraft status, and supply status processes preferred.
• Familiarity with LAN/WAN environments desirable.
• Ability to work irregular hours, including nights and weekends, in support of IMDS/CAMS operations.

Working Conditions

• Work environment ranges from office settings to hangars and flight line areas.
• Physical demands may include prolonged sitting as well as standing, walking, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, stretching, and lifting as required by job duties.

About M1 Support Services

M1 Support Services, headquartered in Westlake, Texas, provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies.

M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and Dependent Life
• AD&D
• Short-and Long-term Disability
• We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program.