Foreign Military Sales Logistics Principal

SAIC; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC's PMA-251 program seeks a Logistics Specialist to provide integrated logistics support (ILS) for Foreign Military Sales cases, focusing on the Future French Aircraft Carrier program, EMALS, and related equipment.

You will coordinate provisioning, configuration management, and sustainment across DoD, NAVSEA, NAVAIR, OEMs, and international customers, ensuring timely, compliant delivery within FMS frameworks. Must have a DoD Interim Secret clearance and strong DoD/Navy logistics experience.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Interim Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years in logistics or ILS; equivalent DoD logistics experience considered.
• Experience with DoD and Navy logistics principles and life-cycle management.
• Proficient with DoD provisioning tools (MBPS, CMPRO, ICAPS, CDMD-OA) and MS 365 suite.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills; able to manage multiple projects.
• Experience working with government, contractors, and international stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and execute ILS elements across multiple FMS cases and NAVAIR/NAVSEA programs.
• Coordinate with logistics leads and international customers to track sustainment deliverables.
• Maintain ILS certification packages and configuration management databases.
• Create and update provisioning work packages; coordinate with NAVSUP for supply data.
• Monitor shipments and installation status; provide progress updates and resolve issues.
• Contribute to FMS logistics planning documents and material handling procedures.
• Ensure compliance with DoD, NAVAIR, and FMS logistics standards across programs.
• Participate in IPTs, TIMs, and PMRs to provide logistics input and close actions.
• Develop reports and dashboards to monitor FMS deliverables and long-term sustainment planning.

Skills

Security clearance

Logistics experience

Cross-functional teamwork

Organizational and communication

U.S. Passport

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 9+ years logistics/ILS

Tools

MBPS

CMPRO

ICAPS

CDMD-OA

Job description

PMA-251 (Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment Program Office) is seeking a Logistics Specialist to support ongoing and emerging Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases, with a primary focus on the Future French Aircraft Carrier program. This role will also contribute to other NAVAIR and NAVSEA logistics FMS initiatives supporting international partners.

The selected candidate will provide comprehensive Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) across multiple program lines by coordinating provisioning, configuration, and sustainment planning for systems including Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS), Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG), and associated support equipment. The position involves direct collaboration with U.S. Navy and French stakeholders, OEMs, and foreign customers to ensure timely and compliant delivery of logistics products under FMS and other acquisition frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, development, and execution of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) elements across multiple FMS cases and NAVAIR/NAVSEA programs.
• Coordinate with the PMA-251 Logistics Team, NAVAIR FMS Leads, and international customers to track and manage sustainment deliverables, provisioning data, and configuration items.
• Maintain detailed logistics tracking sheets, ILS certification packages, and configuration management databases (e.g., CMPRO, CDMD-OA, MBPS) to ensure accuracy and traceability of all equipment and documentation.
• Support creation and updates to provisioning work packages, including XRIC/XSFT requests, and collaborate with NAVSUP to maintain accurate supply data in ICAPS and ILIT systems.
• Monitor equipment shipments, installation status, and material readiness; provide progress updates and coordinate issue resolution across domestic and foreign stakeholders.
• Contribute to FMS logistics planning documents, such as Logistics Support Plans, Transportation Plans, Shipping Schedules, and Material Handling Procedures.
• Support logistics data integration for acquisition, sustainment, and transfer milestones; maintain compliance with all DoD, NAVAIR, and FMS logistics standards.
• Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), and Program Management Reviews (PMRs) to provide logistics input and track action item closure.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and metrics to monitor status of FMS logistics deliverables and assist in long-term planning for sustainment activities.

Required Qualifications

• Active DoD Interim Secret Clearance (minimum).
• Bachelor’s degree and 9+ years of related logistics or ILS experience; equivalent DoD logistics experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Demonstrated experience with DoD and Navy logistics principles, processes, and life-cycle management.
• Working knowledge of systems such as MBPS, CMPRO, ICAPS, CDMD-OA, or equivalent configuration/provisioning tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 Suite (Excel, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Power Automate, Word).
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams and engaging directly with government, contractor, and international stakeholders.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a U.S. Passport.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs or international defense logistics efforts to include large export shipments.
• Knowledge of EMALS/AAG, shipboard aviation systems, or other NAVAIR/NAVSEA equipment.
• Familiarity with DoD supply systems, provisioning standards, and ILS Certification processes.
• Professional certifications in logistics or supply chain management (e.g., DAWIA, SOLE, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with NAVAIR training systems (Schoolhouse and familiarization)
• Experience with Support Equipment and Facilities
• Prior experience preparing and managing logistics documentation in support of acquisition and sustainment programs.