Position Overview:
We are seeking a Logistics Analyst with deep, practical experience in USAF acquisition logistics , focused on executing responsibilities aligned with the Integrated Product Support Elements (IPSEs) —specifically IPSEs 1–4 : Product Support Management, Design Interface, Sustaining Engineering, and Supply Support. This role supports both the Program Manager (PM) and Product Support Manager (PSM) across the full acquisition lifecycle , from early strategy development to sustainment execution.
Candidates must demonstrate actual application of acquisition logistics functions—not just theoretical understanding or adjacent experience. C-130H DSOAR Manager ** This position is posted for future opportunities and is not an active opening at this time. **
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as a key logistics advisor supporting the PSM’s Total Life Cycle Systems Management responsibilities , including planning and executing logistics strategies across acquisition phases.
- Provide logistics and acquisition support for: Development and execution of Life Cycle Sustainment Plans (LCSPs) , Business Case Analyses (BCAs) , and Post Production Transition Plans (PPTP) Planning and implementation of Post Production Support Plans (PPSP) and Transition to Post Production (TPP) strategies.
- Lead or directly support efforts in design interface reviews, modification and retrofit programs , and engineering change assessments with focus on lifecycle impacts.
- Assist in acquisition management, procurement tracking, provisioning, and asset management for critical components including insurance spares, tooling, SE, and support items .
- Coordinate all elements of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) to ensure readiness across: Spares Support Equipment (SE) / Automatic Test Systems (ATS) Technical data/TOs Manpower, personnel, training Facilities Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHS&T) Supply support and computer resources Support milestone documentation and planning across the Materiel Solution Analysis, TMRR, EMD, Production & Deployment, and O&S phases of the Defense Acquisition System.
- Apply experience in depot-level sustainment, reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), level of repair analysis (LORA), and logistics risk mitigation.
- Participate in technical and programmatic reviews to ensure effective and affordable product support strategies are integrated into system design.
- Analyze and resolve Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) and MICAP issues, and support SORAP and field assessments.
- Evaluate and recommend strategies for contractor logistics support (CLS), interim contractor support (ICS) , and maintenance activation planning.
- Disclaimer "The responsibilities and duties outlined in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this role.
- However, they are not exhaustive and may be subject to change or modification at any time to meet the evolving needs of the organization and client needs.
