Logistics Leader for Aerospace Production

Firehawk; Lawton (OK); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health coverage

EAP program

9/80 schedule

On-site snacks

Mentorship

Descripción de la vacante

Firehawk in Lawton, Oklahoma, is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to lead shipping, receiving, and material flow in a high-volume production facility. The role starts hands-on and will evolve into a leadership position overseeing logistics operations as the site scales.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in logistics or related field, 10 years of logistics experience with energetics or hazardous materials, and a track record in government contracting and startup operations.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of logistics experience with energetics or hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of government contracting and defense logistics systems.
• Proven experience in contract and facility startup operations.
• Strong knowledge of shipping/receiving processes, inventory management systems, and warehouse best practices.
• Hands‑on management style with the ability to transition into broader leadership as operations scale.
• Excellent communication, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Expert knowledge of hazardous materials regulations (49 CFR, IATA DGR, IMDG Code).

Responsabilidades

• Lead daily shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations for materials, equipment, energetics, ammunition, and weapon systems, ensuring safe handling.
• Develop efficient processes for inbound/outbound logistics, inventory control, and transportation management.
• Coordinate transportation with government agencies, suppliers, and carriers.
• Manage warehouse operations and hazardous materials storage controls.
• Participate in and oversee contract and facility startup activities, ensuring smooth ramp-ups and long-term sustainability.
• Implement best practices for safety, accuracy, and throughput in all logistics functions.
• Collaborate closely with production, procurement, safety, and quality teams to ensure continuity in supply chain operations.
• Build and mentor a growing logistics team as the facility scales.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and negotiate transportation and logistics contracts.
• Use data-driven approaches to monitor performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, IATA, and DoD explosive safety regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on packaging specifications.
• Troubleshoot logistics and material flow challenges and implement solutions.

Conocimientos

Logistics leadership

Facility startup

Problem solving

Communication

Team building

Data-driven decisions

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Descripción del empleo

Firehawk in Lawton, Oklahoma, is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to lead shipping, receiving, and material flow in a high-volume production facility. The role starts hands-on and will evolve into a leadership position overseeing logistics operations as the site scales.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in logistics or related field, 10 years of logistics experience with energetics or hazardous materials, and a track record in government contracting and startup operations.