Inventory Specialist/Logistician TS/SCI Poly

Leidos; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 83,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

401K with company match

Flexible schedules

Educational and training support

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Inventory Specialist/Logistician to manage hardware, software, and services across a distributed system. You will partner with engineering, test, and procurement teams to ensure timely procurement, tracking, and inventory control for mission-critical equipment.

The role requires TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance, strong Excel skills, and experience in SAFe-style environments. Expect travel within a 20-mile radius and occasional CONUS assignments.

Qualifications

• BA degree with 8+ years experience or Master plus 6+ years in procurement.
• Experience researching parts and configurations to match engineering specs.
• Experience with quotes, warranties, maintenance, and software licensing.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds is required.

Responsibilities

• Procure software licenses and hardware assets through full lifecycle.
• Track warranties and maintenance periods to prevent lapses.
• Monitor multiple ticket queues and respond within SLAs.
• Support multiple Technical Task Orders and update BOMs as needed.
• Coordinate delivery and prioritize urgent requests with buyers and planners.
• Maintain hardware inventory reports and databases.

Skills

Procurement lifecycle

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Supply chain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for an Inventory Specialist/Logistician in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

A self-motivated Inventory Specialist/Logistician is needed to support a large, complex, fast-paced program operating within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). The program provides systems engineering, development, test, integration, and operational support for a mission-focused system that is continuously incorporating new technology and advanced capabilities while sustaining ongoing mission and operational requirements.

The selected candidate will be responsible for managing hardware, software, and service procurements for a large and complex system consisting of geographically distributed nodes and diverse configurations across a multifaceted network environment. The individual will create and maintain required documentation, and will work closely with Infrastructure Teams, System Test, System Administration, Integration Engineers, and Software Engineers to identify procurement requirements and will track hardware and software status across the program.

Primary Responsibilities

The selected candidate will support the procurement of software licenses and hardware assets throughout the full procurement lifecycle, from requisition through delivery and closeout. The individual will track hardware warranties and software maintenance periods to help prevent any lapse in coverage or support. The selected candidate will monitor multiple ticket queues and respond to requests within established timelines. She/he will support multiple Technical Task Orders, update related Bills of Material, and work with program team members to streamline material procurement in support of program requirements. The selected candidate will also track material movement through the procurement process, resolve issues affecting progress, and work with buyers and material planners to prioritize urgent requests and coordinate timely delivery. In addition, the selected candidate will maintain hardware inventory reports and databases.

Basic Qualifications

• BA degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6 years of prior relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.
• Proficiency with Excel spreadsheets, including formulas.
• Experience researching parts and technical configurations based on engineering specifications.
• Experience working with engineers, control account managers, material planners, and buyers to develop, request, and review quotes; experience with hardware and software warranties, maintenance, and support; software licensing models, including subscriptions and term licenses.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 45 pounds of equipment, with or without the use of an aid.
• Must be willing to conduct local travel several times per week within a 20-mile radius, as well as approximately 1-2 CONUS trips annually to conduct hardware inventories at program facilities throughout the United States. CONUS travel is expected to range from 3 to 5 days per trip.
• Clearance Required: Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple purchases across various stages of the procurement process.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• System administration experience and/or hands-on experience with hardware and software maintenance.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business.

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Original Posting:

September 30, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $82,550.00 - $149,225.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.