Defense Logistics Specialist (C5ISR Warehouse Lead)

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Defense Logistics Specialist (C5ISR Warehouse Lead) to oversee daily operations within our warehouse environment (<2,500 sq.ft.). The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a comprehensive understanding of warehouse management processes. This role is essential in ensuring efficient logistics, safety compliance, and the overall productivity of the warehouse team.

Security Clearance Requirement: Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Education Requirements: A Bachelor’s Degree.

Experience Requirements: Experience requirements may be fulfilled simultaneously.

· Four (4) years of experience in material/inventory management, Packaging, Handling, Shipping & Transportation (PHS&T) in DoD logistics support/warehouse systems.

· Experience demonstrating the following skills: Analyzing Systems Management Data and Developing Logistics Plans and Procedures.

Specific Performance Requirements:

· Plan, schedule, and manage the efficient movement, receipt, storage, and tracking of materials from origin through delivery at contractor or government facilities, ensuring compliance with DoD logistics support and warehouse management best practices.

· Support the material control of all equipment, systems, subsystems, components, and spares associated with the programs as required.

· Develop and maintain vendor and OEM relationships, proactively identifying potential disruptions, technological advancements, or process efficiencies that could impact program performance. Communicate findings to the contractor team lead to support informed decision-making.

· Coordinate cross-functional logistics operations with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, inventory control, and transportation teams. Facilitate material movement through structured workflows, including transfers, and shipping requests, to optimize supply chain efficiency.

· Develop, implement, and refine local logistics processes to enhance inventory accuracy, material readiness, and compliance with PHS&T.

· Oversee and coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring proper documentation, adherence to regulatory guidelines, and alignment with DoD supply chain and provisioning processes.

· Lead site warehouse operations, managing all aspects of material receipt, inventory control, and shipment coordination.

· Assess program readiness by analyzing supply and maintenance readiness for equipment, evaluating historical data, identifying readiness issues, and recommending possible corrective actions or changes to reduce logistics-related total ownership cost or improve material readiness.

· Demonstrate knowledge of the US Marine Corps Provisioning Process in support of provisioning conference support activities including disassembly of production grade equipment necessary to validate and verify all provisioning documentation.

· Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.

· Operate forklifts and other materials handling equipment safely and effectively.

General Performance Requirements:

Provide Integrated Product Support (IPS) for defense programs in various stages of the acquisition and sustainment lifecycle including the following elements:

· Product Support Management (PSM). Coordinate with stakeholders such as systems commands, program executive offices, system integrators, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and other government and commercial entities to provide programs total life cycle support. Develop and review documentation in support of PSM including Life Cycle Logistics Plans, Fielding Plans, Disposal Plans, Technical Publications, Logistics Requirements Funding Summaries, and providing logistics inputs for schedules and other program planning documents.

· Supply Support. Work with stakeholder organizations and individuals to coordinate supply support management functions specifically in Initial Issue Provisioning, developing Provisioning Parts Lists, and identifying Common and Bulk Item Lists. Utilize systems including the Federal Logistics Information System, Item Unique Identification registries, and the Total Force Structure Management System (TFSMS).

· Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHS&T). Ensure all PHS&T and considerations comply with commercial and Department of Defense guidance, with special consideration given to hazardous and sensitive material.

· Maintenance Planning and Management. Coordinate with stakeholders of supported systems to ensure proper maintenance equipment, facilities, processes, and training are in place. Participate in Level of Repair Analyses, Logistics Demonstrations, Validation and Verification events, Depot Source of Repair analyses. Monitor failure data, Product Quality Deficiency reports, and maintenance trends.

· Facilities & Infrastructure. Coordinate with stakeholders to identify all physical facility and infrastructure requirements needed to train, store, and maintain systems prioritizing footprint reduction.

· Support Equipment. Ensure proper tool sets, special tools, kits, and Testing, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment are in place to support systems.

Professional Requirements:

· Be technically proficient and stay relevant in your work and technical domain through continuous learning.

· Be professional, to include but not limited to courtesy, attire, behavior, speech, tone, and attitude.

· Be productive and responsible with information-based work. Identify, review, develop, collect, organize, synthesize, share, report, and maintain information relevant to assigned tasks.

· Deliver quality products and services that exceed the defined acceptable quality levels (AQLs).

· Communicate effectively to include narrative, correspondence, conversation, and presentations.

· Anticipate work requirements and take the initiative to accomplish them.

· Actively identify ways to help others in our client and corporate community (service orientation).

· Strengthen client relationships and confidence by applying best practices for consulting.

· Work cheerfully, collaborate effectively, and be productive as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

· As a Catalyst Solutions team member, represent the company in alignment with corporate values and policies, participate in corporate community, and support corporate objectives.

Skills and Abilities:

· Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 40lbs and perform tasks related to logistics operations.

· Critical Thinking: Apply logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches.

· Problem Solving: Identify problems, collect information, develop/evaluate options and implement solutions.

· Time Management: Manage your own time, the time of others, and the expectations of others.

· Exhibit strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

· Ability to read, synthesize, and apply a high volume of information in a short period of time.

· Ability to adapt and learn something new in a rapid, independent manner.

· Ability to listen to and assimilate with client and team needs.

· Ability to manage multiple, concurrent assignments.

· Ability to learn from constructive feedback in a quality focused environment.

· Ability to manage work/track deadlines.

· Ability to work successfully in both independent and team environments.

Tools and Technology:

· Proficiency working in MS Office applications: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint.

· Ability to rapidly learn and produce work in a new software or web-based tool or application.

Qualifications and Certifications:

· Proficiency with DoD material management systems (CMPro experience is a plus).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000