Data Management Specialist

Data Management Specialist (AVTBTSS-)

Bowhead seeks a Data Management Specialist to support operational and technical support services for the Amphibious Vehicle Test Branch (AVTB) Headquarters and Technical Support Services (HQTSS) at Camp Pendleton, CA. AVTB is a Department of Defense (DoD) sponsored test facility that provides year‑round Test and Evaluation (T&E) of amphibious vehicles, ground combat vehicles, systems, and equipment for the Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) and Program Executive Officer Land Systems (PEO LS).

• Record observations and data on the performance of each system under test (SUT).
• Write accurate and detailed Test Incident Reports (TIRs).
• Archive data to support all Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E), Developmental Test (DT), and Operational Test (OT) test events.
• Manage databases in support of test report generation.
• Record results and observations for lab and field testing.
• Develop a data collection binder detailing work performed.
• Document, in writing, or electronically, detailed information when a test article fails to perform in a manner consistent with the operational mission profile, test article operational publications, or parameters established in the DTP.
• Document observations relating to the operational mission profile tests.
• Manually enter test data from the completed test event to the government designated database.
• Maintain the data collection binder(s) for the SUT, including logs, TIRs, and manual data collection forms.
• Drive a government truck/Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) to the required testing location (must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record).
• Manage surveys, both electronic and paper.
• Install basic Global Positioning System (GPS) instrumentation onto the test platform according to the government‑provided data collection plan.
• Document deviations from test plans.
• Collect and record TIRs and operation logs from Marine data collectors.
• Disseminate and collect surveys.

• Requires at least three (3) year of experience managing, shipping, and/or receiving classified and unclassified computer media and/or documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving media errors and data processing problems.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

Must be able to obtain a clearance at the Public Trust level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Public Trust clearance at this location.