Logistician

tharros; Lakehurst (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharros is seeking a Logistician to provide logistics expertise for DoD aircraft SE logistics programs in a hybrid role based in Lakehurst, NJ. The ideal candidate will analyze and coordinate logistics across the product lifecycle, apply technical logistics know-how to support programs, and conduct studies to resolve complex problems while mentoring junior logisticians.

Travel domestically and internationally may be required, with adherence to government processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in DoD acquisition and sustainment logistics, or 10+ years with 4 of the 10 years international.
• Ability to conduct logistics analyses and support system effectiveness.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance; eligible for clearance within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and coordinate logistical functions across the product life cycle.
• Apply logistics expertise to support DoD aircraft SE programs and projects.
• Conduct logistics, technical, or business case analyses to resolve complex problems.
• Mentor Junior Logisticians on logistics techniques, policies, and processes.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required to support objectives.
• Implement and oversee government-instituted processes for logistics data management.
• Perform tasks independently while adhering to strategic guidelines.

Skills

DoD logistics

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

BS/BA in related field

High School Diploma + 10+ years logistics experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Tharros supports the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Support Equipment Department (SED) in Lakehurst, NJ. NAWCAD Lakehurst is the primary authority for Navy Aircraft Platform Support Equipment (SE) and supports numerous Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.

We are seeking a Logistician focused on providing logistics expertise for the Department of Defense (DoD) aircraft SE logistics programs. As a key contributor, the Logistician will be instrumental in optimizing operational effectiveness and delivering strategic solutions in aviation support operations. The role is structured as a hybrid position, requiring flexibility to work on-site when necessary.

• Analyze and coordinate logistical functions across the entire product life cycle, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery, and resource disposal.
• Apply logistics and technical expertise to support decision-making for aircraft SE logistics programs and projects.
• Conduct logistics, technical, or business case analyses to resolve complex problems.
• Participate as a team member and support logistics programs and project initiatives.
• Implement and oversee government-instituted processes for comprehensive product support and logistics data management.
• Direct and mentor Junior Logisticians on logistics techniques, policies, and processes as needed.
• Perform tasks independently while adhering to strategic guidelines.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) and 3+ years of experience in DoD acquisition and sustainment logistics OR High School Diploma or equivalent and more than 10 years’ experience in acquisition and sustainment logistics and 4 out of the 10 years in international acquisition and sustainment logistics.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct logistics and support system effectiveness analysis, studies, and evaluations independently.
• Familiarity with government logistics policies and processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include Teams or similar workplace chat and videoconferencing tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance; candidates must be eligible to obtain a Secret security clearance within ninety (90) calendar days.
• Requires the ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required to support program objectives, customer engagements, meetings, and other mission-related activities.