ILS Logistics Analyst – Provisioning III

Austal USA; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA in Mobile, Alabama is looking for a provisioning specialist responsible for developing standard provisioning packages and ensuring accurate technical documentation. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of provisioning experience on Navy/MSC contracts and strong communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with Navy-related systems like MERLIN or ICAPS is required. The role involves direct interaction with various teams and ensuring compliance with documentation standards.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of provisioning experience on Navy/MSC contracts.
• Experience analyzing detailed drawings and vendor information.
• Prior U.S. Navy, MSC, or USCG experience desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all provisioning activities, including development of standard provisioning packages.
• Interface with OEMs/Suppliers to obtain vendor‑furnished information.
• Ensure accurate parts information is contained in applicable technical manuals.

Skills

Provisioning experience on Navy/MSC contracts

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Experience with OEM drawings and parts lists

Computer literate, familiar with MERLIN or ICAPS

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Merlin Interactive Computer Aided Provisioning System (ICAPS)

Haystack

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all provisioning activities, including development of standard and non‑standard provisioning packages for submittal to government.
• Interface with OEMs/Suppliers to obtain vendor‑furnished information.
• Ensure standardization is invoked whenever possible.
• Interface directly with the Design Engineering team to assist in the selection of standard components.
• Ensure accurate parts information is contained in applicable technical manuals.
• Interface with technical manual developers.
• Ensure all change‑order activity that impacts provisioning is processed, documented, and communicated to the rest of the ILS team.
• Supply support: prepare LSI data and work with Supply Chain and Engineering to evaluate equipment proposals for COTS vs. provisioned equipment.
• Willingness to cross‑train to other areas within ILS as necessary.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of provisioning experience on Navy/MSC contracts.
• Background in reading and working with OEM drawings and parts lists.
• Experience analyzing detailed drawings, parts lists, technical manuals, and vendor information to determine applicable repairable or replaceable equipment parts at the system level.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience interacting with Supply Chain, Engineering, multiple design teams, customer representatives, and equipment manufacturers.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; related degrees advantageous.
• Computer literate, familiar with MERLIN or ICAPS and Microsoft Office products.
• Prior U.S. Navy, MSC, or USCG experience desired but not required.

Tools

• Microsoft Office
• Merlin Interactive Computer Aided Provisioning System (ICAPS)
• Haystack

Employment Eligibility

• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Proof of U.S. Person Status.
• No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date.
• No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date.
• Willingness to submit to a drug screen and a background check.
• Equal Employment Commitment; accommodations for people with disabilities are provided.