ILS Activation Deputy

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc • Pittsfield, MA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Deputy role is crucial for supporting the successful deployment and operational readiness of complex systems and equipment. This role involves planning, coordinating, and executing logistics activities related to the activation and sustainment of systems, ensuring they meet all operational and support requirements. The ILS Activation Deputy will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and our customers, to deliver comprehensive logistics solutions that optimize system performance and lifecycle costs.

Requirements

• Understanding of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) principles and practices.
• Familiarity with system activation and deployment processes.
• Good organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with or ability to learn logistics planning and supportability analysis tools.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Management or Engineering, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree
• Solid knowledge of Acquisition Logistics (a multi-functional technical management discipline associated with influencing design for supportability and planning the support infrastructure for a system by focusing on the integrated logistics support (ILS) elements and working with and across all IPTs)
• In-depth knowledge of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) elements (supply support; maintenance planning; manpower and personnel; technical manuals; training and training equipment; support equipment; facilities; computer resources support; packaging, handling, storage and transportation (PHS&T); design interface; reliability, maintainability and availability (RM&A), how they interact and how they are applied across a program, their effect on a system, plus how a systems’ design and changes affect the ILS elements)
• Knowledge of military/commercial requirements/specifications

Nice To Haves

• Proven conflict management skills
• Ability to coordinate with other disciplines for program/project resolutions/enhancements
• Developing professional expertise, applying company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of ILS activation plans.
• Work with engineering, manufacturing, and support teams to help ensure system readiness.
• Support the logistics aspects of system deployment and activation.
• Assist with monitoring and reporting on the progress of ILS activation activities.
• Help maintain compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level