THAAD Logistics Specialist - UAE Mission-Critical Supply

Akima; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 220,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Logistics Services (ALS) in the UAE is seeking a THAAD Logistics Specialist to support packaging, handling, storage, and transportation of THAAD parts. You will track inventory across multiple warehouses, manage TASL and PLL, and assist with national and theater-level logistics processes under supervision.

The role requires US citizenship, an active SECRET clearance, and the ability to operate within UAE work requirements.

Qualifications

• U.S citizenship is required.
• U.S. Passport.
• Active security clearance SECRET level or higher.
• Background check including criminal and credit.
• Able to meet UAE residence requirements.
• Ability to apply packaging, handling, storage, and transportation standards.
• Ability to manage and account for inventory.

Responsibilities

• Performs packaging and handling to support repair and return of failed parts.
• Receives failed parts from Battery CLS Teams and issues replacement parts.
• Tracks inventory of ground component spare parts across multiple warehouses using the Repair Data logistics database system.
• Manage the Theater Authorized Stockage List (TASL) and PLL.
• Provides support to FSRs to ensure Repair Data functions are carried out appropriately to ensure accurate accountability of parts.
• Assist UAE with parts ordering and tracking through CLSSA or SNAP.
• Supports UAE supply technicians and provides inventory change updates for AADMIS accuracy.
• Coordinates with UAE supply technicians to order Ground Component GFE parts, submit tools for calibration, and move parts between sites and repair/return locations.
• Reconcile inventory discrepancies in PLL and TASL warehouses via monthly inventories.
• Provide weekly reports on parts status to CLS Manager.

Skills

Packaging & handling

Inventory management

Logistics coordination

Arabic language

Tools

Repair Data logistics database

AADMIS

MS Windows

Job description

The candidate will function as a Terminal High Altitude Air Defense (THAAD) Logistics Specialist out of United Arab Emirates (UAE). The candidate will assist the customer with Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation of parts and equipment. All parts will be THAAD specific Missile Defense parts. The candidate will be a member of a support team and will perform all duties under direct supervision and assist with the logistical efforts involving the THAAD UAE program. The candidate will support military movements to potentially hazardous zones, support all lead up events, and work overtime and nonstandard shifts, as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Performs packaging and handling to support repair and return of failed parts.
• Receives failed parts from Battery CLS Teams and issues replacement parts.
• Tracks inventory of ground component spare parts across multiple warehouses using the Repair Data logistics database system.
• Manage the Theater Authorized Stockage List (TASL) and PLL.
• Provides support to FSRs to ensure Repair Data functions (i.e. maintenance
  actions, configuration swaps, and requisition for parts) are carried out
  appropriately to ensure accurate accountability of parts.
• Ability to assist UAE with any parts needing to be ordered and tracked through Cooperative Logistics Supply Support Agreements (CLSSA) or Simplified Non-Standard Acquisition Process (SNAP).
• Supports UAE supply technicians and provides inventory change updates to ensure inventory data in Air Force & Air Defense Management Information Systems (AADMIS) are accurate.
• Coordinates with UAE supply technicians to order Ground Component GFE parts, submit tools for calibration, and facilitate movement of parts between sites and repair/return locations.
• Reconciliation of inventory discrepancies in PLL and TASL warehouses through monthly inventories to ensure 100% accountability of stock items.
• Provides weekly report on parts status, to include items awaiting shipment, in repair received, and zero balance, to CLS Manager.

Qualifications

• U.S citizenship.
• U.S. Passport.
• Must possess an active security clearance SECRET level or higher.
• Must pass a background check to include criminal and credit.
• Able to meet the requirements for residence in the United Arab Emirates.
• Ability to apply appropriate Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation standards.
• Ability to manage and account for inventory.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with the THAAD or Patriot System(s).
• Knowledge or experience with U.S. Army Logistical Management System.
• Fluent in Arabic language (reading and writing).
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows Operating Systems.

Job ID

2026-26089
Work Type

On-Site
Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Logistics Services (ALS), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ALS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ALS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ALS delivers aviation logistics and supply chain services to the Department of Defense and federal civilian government.

As an ALS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.