Data Processing Specialist I

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JOB DUTIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Data Processing Specialists (DPS), under general supervision, perform a variety of tasks associated with day-to-day post-test processing operations in support of flight testing.  The DPS follows established procedures and runs pre-built data tools to load and reduce data from flight test aircraft. The DPS is also responsible for validation and QC of data sets and assists with troubleshooting data issues as they arise. The DPS works closely with the Special Instrumentation, Engineering, and Program Management teams to ensure mission support needs are met. 

Essential job duties are as follows:

• Performs essential data handling of test data, data products, Instrumentation Media Kits and validation of pre-flight data.
• Ensures all data products are logged into and out of the data management system and provide periodic inventories of all stored media.
• Understanding and adhering to all local security requirements regarding handling, transferring, shipping, and disposing of data and media products.
• Performs other related duties and tasks as requested.

Candidate must also:

• Be comfortable working in a deadline-driven environment
• A great attitude and eagerness to learn
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude and image.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries.

RANGE POSITION DESCRIPTION

Candidate will be required to provide support for program specific requirements in addition to the above requirements. Provide Data Processing and Data Management support to an Integrated Test Team generally comprised of Air Force, JT4 and prime contractors. Duties will include performing basic data handling of test data, data products, Instrumentation Media Kits and validation of pre-flight data. The incumbent will ensure all data products are logged into and out of the data management system and provide periodic inventories of all stored media and will know and follow all local security requirements in regards to handling, transferring. Shipping and disposing of data and media. The incumbent will assist with the development of processing specification, manuals and/or process flow diagrams and will provide requested reports and/or metrics. Candidate must be able to obtain a CompTIA Security + Certification within 6 months.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Associate’s degree or four years related experience. Will be required to obtain an IAT Level II certification (CompTIA Security+ CE Certification) in a specified time.

In addition, a Data Processing Specialist I must possess the following qualifications:

• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Must maintain working knowledge of applicable computer systems, integrated software applications, and data ingestion/reduction processes and techniques
• Must have sufficient skill to apply the Data Management toolsets to complete required tasks
• Must possess a valid, state-issued driver’s license
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

SALARY

The expected salary range for this position is $75,425 to $90,000 annually.

Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4, LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Benefits Active on Day 1
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
• JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
• 100% Immediate Vesting 
• Tuition Reimbursement

 OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. There is occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing and editing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness.

The foregoing conditions and physical requirements represent the general characteristics required to perform the essential functions for this job. In general, all positions may require standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching and crawling. Specific work assignments may include additional environmental conditions or physical requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. These specific requirements will be detailed in the job posting.

JT4 employees will only operate equipment that they have been fully trained on and/or are certified to operate. If working in a training capacity, employees must be supervised at all times by a competent trained or certified company employee. Under no circumstances should employees use another employee’s equipment without permission from their immediate supervisor or manager. Conversely, employees should not allow other JT4 employees or employees of another employer to use JT4-owned or assigned equipment without proof of training and approval of the shop manager.

Routine travel to remote company work locations and work in field environment with occasional overnight assignment may be required.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver’s license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee’s ability to maintain employment.

SCC: JOTDA18, A1412TW