JTIDS - as I suspect you well know, the success of the engineering privatisation has been variable. Despite all the high ranking experts and company bluster, the fact remains that if you want quality people to work in crappy locations and do a good job you have to pay them well and give them good leadership and support. If you don't - well...........
It's strange that a desirable location, happy and well motivated workers and a knowledgeable and credible leadership make for the gold standard amongst the flights.