Senior Logistics Manager

Applied Research Solutions•Bedford, MA

2d•$130,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Senior Logistics Manager for HNA (Aerial and Tactical Networks) to work at Hanscom AFB on a hybrid schedule. The role shapes logistics strategy for critical space radar systems supporting national defense, with work affecting the readiness and effectiveness of next-generation DoD capabilities. The Senior Logistics Manager provides expert integrated logistics support (ILS), leads logistics functions across maintenance, training, procurement, supply chain, packaging, handling, and transportation, and coordinates resources with program schedules. The role also provides analytical support for logistics metrics, applies DoD acquisition and product-support expertise, advances sustainment readiness, and represents logistics leadership at technical and program events. Collaboration with government and contractor teams is required, as is domestic and international travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations as directed. The position requires U.S. citizenship, an active Secret clearance, and either 12 years of directly relevant experience (including five years in the DoD) or a bachelor’s degree and eight years of experience (including four years in the DoD). The annual salary range is $130,000–$150,000, depending on role responsibilities and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history and identity checks.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must hold an active Secret clearance.
Either 12 years of directly relevant experience, including five years in the DoD, or a bachelor’s degree and eight years of experience, including four years in the DoD.
Experience executing ILS support for DoD acquisition programs.
Ability to work independently from broad guidance, decompose objectives into actionable tasks, and adjust in a fluid environment.
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and team-building skills, including demonstrated ability to build consensus in a government/contractor team environment.
General understanding of DoD space operations and space systems.

Responsibilities

Craft and deliver expert ILS solutions for advanced systems, influencing sustainment decisions and system suitability.
Conduct technical analysis and evaluate operational scenarios to ensure systems meet suitability requirements for real-world performance.
Lead and coordinate logistics functions, including maintenance strategy, training programs, procurement, supply chain visibility, packaging, handling, and OCONUS transportation.
Coordinate logistics operations by aligning funding, manpower, materiel, and facilities with program schedules.
Provide analytical support on logistics metrics, including supply levels, reliability, and maintainability, for major logistics reviews.
Apply DoD acquisition lifecycle knowledge and product support planning under the DoD 5000-series framework.
Conduct Logistics Health Assessments, develop Life-Cycle Sustainment Plans, and contribute to technical requirements, provisioning, interface control, and system support documentation.
Represent logistics leadership at technical interchange meetings, design reviews, provisioning briefs, IPT discussions, working group meetings, and staff reviews.
Collaborate with government and contractor logistics personnel, integrators, and product support teams on maintenance strategies, modifications, and acquisition planning.
Travel domestically and internationally to support logistics efforts at CONUS and OCONUS locations as directed.
Perform other duties as assigned.