Logistics Lead

Amentum•Arlington, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering, scientific, and program management support services. We are at the forefront of breakthrough technology development and demonstration programs in multiple areas, including hypersonics, unmanned air vehicle and autonomous systems, advanced sensors, propulsion, aircraft and space science systems. We are currently seeking talented, enthusiastic, and dynamic individuals to support DARPA in formulating, coordinating, monitoring, and transitioning advanced research and development programs to the U.S. military. Applicants must possess superior oral and written communications skills. Candidates should be self-starters capable of working both independently and as part of a cross-functional team working in a fast-paced collaborative environment. Candidate will serve as a subject-matter-expert in the areas of maintenance and logistics, supply chain management, manufacturing, and airworthiness.

Requirements

Associate's degree in the specified field with 10+ years of experience. Specific relevant experience may be used to offset years of experience for highly qualified individuals.
Active Top Secret US Government Clearance with the ability to obtain SCI.
US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
Demonstrated experience working with USAF and/or USN logistics support agencies to requisition (return for repair) parts and materials.
Demonstrated experience with USAF/USN Time Compliance Technical Order systems.
Demonstrated experience overseeing or performing lifecycle logistics, maintenance, manufacturing, and test & evaluation tasks supporting critical aviation technology prototype development programs
Demonstrated experience coordinating basing requirements including facilities, parts, material, fuel, support equipment, transportation, and local support for test & evaluation activities
Demonstrated knowledge of Air Force and NAVAIR technical data repositories such as Enhanced Technical Information Management System (ETIMS), NATEC Technical Manual Application System (TMAPS), or Joint Engineering Data Management Information and Control System (JEDMICS)
Demonstrated experience working in a Special Access Program (SAP) environment

Nice To Haves

Experience serving as a Government Ground Representative (GGR) in accordance with DCMA Instruction 8210-1D, Contractor’s Flight and Ground Operations
15 years’ experience performing or leading maintenance, logistics, and supply chain management activities on developmental aircraft and related subsystems
Experience applying systems engineering methods and tools to the development of aerospace systems, including certification, qualification, and operational clearance
Experience supporting Government Program Managers and integrated product teams through daily technical coordination and program execution, with demonstrated ability to anticipate and resolve technical, financial, and programmatic challenges

Responsibilities

Oversee performer processes, tooling, materials, schedules, and suppliers required to fabricate and assemble prototype air vehicles and subsystems within program cost and schedule constraints
Research and procure ensuring accountability, shipping, and disposition of aircraft parts, consumables, fuel, pyrotechnics, and support equipment through DoW supply chains
Coordinate with a wide range of weapons systems program offices, Air Logistics Complexes, Fleet Readiness Centers, and product centers to obtain technical data, engineering drawings and specifications, and related publications to support DARPA technical research efforts
Support all phases of technology project acquisitions to include technical reviews, cost analysis, source-selections, and program management reviews
Support test plan development, readiness reviews, and resource requirements for subsystem component testing, system verification testing, and demonstrations
Support weekly cross-functional technical coordination, interchange meetings, and major program design reviews throughout program lifecycle
Develop certification plans in accordance with current military certification standards, reviewing documentation, and reporting findings to leadership
Author program status briefings and technical reports
Travel up to 50% of work schedule to participate in prime contractor and major supplier meetings, site surveys, and test events