Contractor Logistics Support Specialist

CAE USA; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Work environment

Autonomy

Recognition & development

Job summary

CAE USA is seeking a Contractor Logistics Support Specialist to provide end-to-end logistics coordination for CLS programs, including supply, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of simulator training systems. The role requires understanding lifecycle logistics, planning and cost analysis, and close work with engineers and program managers.

Candidates should have 1–3 years in logistics, prefer experience in simulation/training environments, and be eligible for DoD clearance.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma / AS or BS degree preferred.
• 1-3 years' experience in Logistics or a related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Provide logistic support such as engineering support, identifying requirements for spare and repair parts, facilities, materiel, and equipment in support of maintenance, training, and upkeep on simulator training systems.
• Perform logistics provisioning and documentation research and analyses providing recommendations and/or deliverable products supporting contractual logistics requirements.
• Create standard operating procedures and work instructions related to assigned duties.
• Interface with Logistics Manager, Program Managers, Project Engineers and other design/system engineers.
• Create requisitions for required components in support of CLS sites.
• Monitor procurement processes/activities to ensure expeditious processing of material.
• Track material through procurement process from program request through delivery to site.
• Coordinate with Trade Compliance for shipping documentation required for international shipments.
• Display good judgment and creativity in solving complex logistics technical problems and provide detailed recommendations.
• Support site personnel with CMMS database for CLS sites, including maintenance, asset tracking, inventory, and preventive maintenance scheduling.
• Identify, mitigate, and manage risks of obsolescence to maintain system supportability and reduce costs.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Teamwork

Time management

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Simulation/training experience

Education

HS Diploma / AS or BS degree preferred

Job description

Who We Are:

• CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers' training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.


• CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.


• CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promote work-life balance


• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe


• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions


• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

The role of a Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) Specialist is to provide logistics support and coordination for CLS programs in the following areas: supply and distribution; maintenance and software support; component purchase, repair, or overhaul; and materiel support. Additionally, the Contractor Logistics Support Specialist will understand the entire life cycle of a product, including the acquisition, distribution, allocation, and delivery. They must understand the functional fields in logistical planning (requirements, capabilities, lead times, and costs) with enough depth, to enable proper analysis of the information that is obtained. Furthermore, the Contractor Logistics Support Specialist must also have a broad knowledge of supply systems, procedures, and programs. The most important ability is to be able to integrate the separate functions in planning or implementation in a logistics management program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• CLS Specialist provide logistic support such as providing engineering support, identifying requirements for spare and repair parts, facilities, materiel, and equipment, in support of personnel performing maintenance, training, and upkeep on delivered simulator training systems.


• Perform logistics provisioning and documentation research and analyses providing recommendations and/or deliverable products supporting contractual logistics requirements.


• Create standard operating procedures and work instructions related to assigned duties.


• Interface with Logistics Manager, Program Managers, Project Engineers and other design/system engineers.


• Creates requisitions for required components in support of CLS sites.


• Monitor procurement processes / activities to ensure expeditious processing of material


• Track material through procurement process from program request through delivery to site


• Coordinates with Trade Compliance for shipping documentation required for international shipments


• Displays good judgment and creativity in solving complex logistics technical problems and provides detailed recommendations


• Supports site personnel with use of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) database for CLS sites, ensuring technical training support in the areas of system maintenance, creation of work orders, asset tracking information, inventory, and preventative maintenance scheduling


• Focuses on identifying, mitigating, and managing the risks of parts and components becoming obsolete, ensuring continued system supportability and minimizing costs

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• H.S. Diploma / A.S. or B.S. degree preferred


• 1-3 years' experience in Logistics or a related technical field

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a simulation and training environment


• Competencies desired: Teamwork, Time Management, Analytical Thinking, Good Interpersonal Skills

Security Responsibilities

Must complywith all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

• This job operates in an office/classroom environment and in and around electronic equipment, hydraulic equipment and confined spaces.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to travel both nationally and internationally


• Ability to ingress and egress simulator boarding ramps/stairs under normal and emergency conditions and access confined spaces in and around simulator equipment


• Color perception required


• Ability to operate a personal computer and communicate via e-mail/telephone


• Ability to work overtime as required

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity Employer

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CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

As part of our process, we may use AIsupported tools to help review applications, with human decisionmaking at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.