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System Test Data Manager (26-049)

Trace3
Colorado Springs, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Mar 2026
💰 $127,000/yr($105,000/yr$127,000/yr)

About the role

Who is Trace3?

Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.

Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!

Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.  

Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology?

 

Come Join Us!

Street-Smart Thriving in Dynamic Times

We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.

Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover

We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.

Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart

We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

The System Test Data Manager supports the program’s System Test Team responsible for planning and analyzing Missile Defense System ground and flight tests. This role manages the collection, processing, delivery, and integrity of test event data retrieved from testbeds, laboratories, and operational environments. The position works closely with analysts, integrators, program leadership, and government stakeholders to ensure accurate data availability for test evaluation and analysis.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Collect, process, manage, and deliver data generated during Missile Defense System ground and flight test events.
  • Retrieve and manage data from testbeds, laboratories, and operational environments supporting system test activities.
  • Support data management activities for various ground test types including pairwise tests, Continuous Developmental Integration (CDI), Integrated Ground Tests (GTI), Distributed Ground Tests (GTD), cyber tests, Space Domain Awareness (SDA), and pre-flight HWIL efforts.
  • Support data management activities associated with flight tests involving pre-determined sensors and shooters.
  • Process and fulfill real-world event (RWE) data requests.
  • Provide analysts with requested “truth” data used for test evaluation and validation activities.
  • Manage server and NAS disk storage used for test data collection and retention.
  • Archive test data in accordance with established System Test processes.
  • Coordinate with FFRDC analysts, contractor analysts, execution leads, system integrators, program leadership, and government customers.
  • Generate and provide status reports related to data processing and delivery.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • At least 5 years of experience as a Data Manager or Linux Systems Administrator.
  • Strong Linux and Windows Server system administration experience.
  • Basic scripting capability to develop scripts supporting automation of data collection and management activities.
  • Experience with shell scripting, cron jobs, automation tools, and system utilities.
  • Basic troubleshooting capability and understanding of software components within a distributed virtual environment.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment supporting government customers and internal/external program personnel.

EDUCATION: Bachelors with  5+ or Master with 3+ Years of Experience

LOCATION: Full Time/

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