Logistics Specialist I

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Wichita, KS seeks a Logistics Specialist I to support coordination and execution of logistics activities, including preparation and documentation of materials, spares, tools, and equipment for deployment and storage.

You will ensure shipping complies with regulations, maintain records, and assist in import/export documentation while working in a hybrid office environment with opportunities in the aerospace and defense sector.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–1 year of experience in logistics, supply chain or related field.
• Higher level degree may substitute for experience.
• Basic knowledge of state, federal, and global logistics regulations.
• Basic MS Word and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and documentation of logistics materials, including spares, tools, and equipment.
• Coordinate and track the shipping and routing of materials, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment, components, repair parts, and related manuals.
• Support the allocation and organization of storage facilities for logistics materials.
• Assist in documentation and compliance with import/export requirements.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics/Supply Chain

Tools

Logistics software and tools

Inventory databases

AvPro or similar aviation maintenance tracking systems

FedEx/DHL/UPS shipping databases

Job description

Are you known for your attention to detail and pride yourself in being a responsible professional?

As a Logistics Specialist I, you will support the coordination and execution of logistics activities, including the preparation and documentation of materials, spares, tools, and equipment for deployment and storage. You will ensure that shipping logistics comply with state, federal, and global regulations and assist in maintaining accurate records of all logistics activities.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and documentation of logistics materials, including spares, tools, and equipment.
• Coordinate and track the shipping and routing of materials, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment, components, repair parts, and related manuals.
• Support the allocation and organization of storage facilities for logistics materials.
• Assist in the documentation and compliance with import/export requirements.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 0-1 year of experience in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Basic knowledge of state, federal, and global regulations related to logistics.
• Basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Proficiency in logistics software and tools.
• Exposure to inventory databases.
• Familiarity with Inventory and Supply Chain/Logistics principles and techniques.
• Familiarity with AvPro or similar aviation maintenance tracking systems.
• HazMat Training/Certification.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Experience with shipping databases, such as FedEx, DHL, UPS.
• Understanding of shelf life.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military.

Essential Functions

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
• Ability to work on your feet for a majority of the work shift.
• Ability to work in a loud environment.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs.

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination.

Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber.

As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule.

It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow.

Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.