Logistician

Ideal Innovations, Inc.•401st AFSB, VA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Ideal Innovations Inc. (I3) is a midsize biometric and forensic company headquartered in Arlington, VA. I3 specializes in designing, developing, delivering, and sustaining the very latest, cutting-edge biometric technology. I3 is comprised of biometric system engineers, software developers, program managers, and experts with global biometric system development experience who provide solutions of the highest overall quality, security, and value to the United States (U.S.) Government. I3 is interested in hiring the very best and brightest managers, engineers, and subject matter experts. We offer competitive salaries, 401k, and continuing education funds. We pay close attention to our workforce and strive to provide opportunities and longevity that endure beyond our overseas opportunities. At I3, we want to provide our future teammates with opportunities for professional development & growth and the ability to deliver disruptive biometric solutions and support to the battlefield today and into the future. You will be located at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, and virtually coordinating logistic and procurement activities with our government service client, our military service members, and our CONUS and OCONUS workforce to provide operational support, system sustainment, and training on the Family of Systems of biometric collection devices. The work schedule is 8 hours/day, 6 days/week. The range of mission requirements will allow candidates to target their skills and comfort zone to opportunities that best align with their skills, experience, and work environment. You will find a high degree of personal and professional satisfaction from your efforts. This is an opportunity to support the Army’s biometric collection mission to collect, match, and compare fingerprints, iris images, and facial photos to establish identity superiority and maintain identity dominance in all areas of military operations. As a key member of the biometric team, you will work closely with the warfighter to ensure 100% availability of all biometric assets. As the team's lead logistician, you will advise and assist as necessary to ensure users have the biometric equipment needed to complete the mission. These important biometric systems within the Customer’s biometric Family of Systems give soldiers the decisive edge on the battlefield and their success is attributed to a candidate's ability to work with an operational mindset and complete the mission. You will acquire a deeper understanding of the US Army Acquisition and Procurement Management System as well as develop strong managerial skills balanced by an operational mindset focused on the success of the biometric mission. Typical Day: You will be coordinating logistic activities including contacting vendors for material quotes, costs, and licenses, and coordinating with other logisticians or Field Service Representatives for the supply of CONUS OCONUS sites. You will interact with the Contracting officer representative, the engineering team, and the program cost analyst when requesting purchases. You will occasionally work in an offsite warehouse for labeling, inventory, and shipment of materials.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience with acquisition logistics planning and execution through the program life cycle phases of a respective US Army program
Experience with Army logistics support functions and automated support systems.
Experience with, training, maintenance and personnel support planning logistics documentation, and supply management
The candidate must be fully proficient in the use of PC’s and all programs included in the Microsoft Office application suite
Current Secret clearance required
US citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with Army or SOCOM biometrics applications
DAWIA Certified in Lifecycle Logistics
Advanced education in supply chain and/or logistics management
Providing logistic support in an austere environment
Knowledge of DPAS, APMS, CHESS, and ITAS requirements and processes

Responsibilities

Performs logistic program activities from the conceptual stage through the life cycle of the product.
Develops, implements, and/or maintains logistics program activities including ILS, technical documentation, RAM, provisioning, etc.; coordinates logistic efforts of government and biometric field service representatives; resolves logistics problems; and compiles data on standardization and interchangeability of parts to expedite logistic activities.
Interact and professionally exhibit customer service skills and be able to present a positive approach to customers and peers
Ensure that government-furnished equipment (GFE) and/or materials temporarily under the control of contractors are accounted for at all times
Perform physical inventories of all GFE equipment and document via DD Form 250 and DD Form 1149 as required
Apply inventory control tags and/or Item Unique Identification (IUID) where applicable
Coordinate shipping/receiving of equipment with CONUS and OCONUS managers
Coordinate the shipping and return of broken-down GFE covered under manufacturer warranty or other repair commitment to and from repair/replacement locations
Maintain the ability to generate reports on the status of equipment including location, repair status, shipping schedule, distribution, disposition, and other logistical-related functions
Investigate best courses of action for the resolution of logistical problems, and advise these both verbally and in writing to program managers when called upon to do so
Provide advice and training where necessary to other program staff on logistical or property management responsibilities
Maintain inventory control processes to account for property received, shipped, excess, moved, or in transit
Perform data entry, research, and documentation of receiving issues in the Global Combat Support System-Army (GCSS-A) or other government, program, or company database
Interact with vendors, OEMs, FSRs, and other customers to obtain information, reconcile inventory discrepancies, prepare RMAs, and obtain the estimated date of delivery (EDD)
Generate documentation and complete required forms for shipping to include PerForma, International Trafficking in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and other shipping documents and labels such as those required for hazardous materials
Maintain control of the Authorized Stockage Listing (ASL) and perform required inventories/audits
Advise non-logistics managers of best technologies, methods, and processes for the effective and efficient logistical management of property assigned to the various parts of the program
Ability to lead logistician teams, and mentor less experienced team members
Must be able to withstand the physical demands of seasonal hot or cold temperatures and willing to live and operate in an austere environment
Use a floor jack or forklift when loading or unloading pallets
Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, bins, or containers according to a predetermined sequence
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Powerpoint, and Excel
Must be capable of meeting standards of fitness for deployment to the SWA of Operations
Must be able to lift 25 lbs, climb ladders, and be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment
Report to the Operations Manager