Ocean Exploration Logistics Analyst

ATOrchard; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Orchard is seeking a Logistics Analyst to support NOAA’s Ocean Exploration and Research program, ensuring equipment and systems are ready for missions. The role covers lifecycle management, acquisition coordination, transportation, and operational transitions of scientific gear.

The ideal candidate understands maritime operations, technical systems, and mission readiness, coordinating across scientists, engineers, and vessel operators to anticipate needs and mitigate risks that could disrupt

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, marine science, logistics, operations management, supply-chain management, or a related technical discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience in logistics coordination and equipment lifecycle management.
• Experience coordinating complex equipment across multiple teams, facilities, vessels, or environments.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, equipment records, and maintenance documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and leadership audiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage equipment lifecycles from acquisition through deployment, maintenance, repair, transfer, replacement, and disposition.
• Coordinate ship-to-ship equipment transitions between ships to support expedition readiness.
• Assess equipment and laboratory requirements to meet expedition operational needs.
• Coordinate equipment transportation and logistics, including accessories, mounting hardware, spare parts, software, and documentation.
• Support procurement planning by preparing documentation and evaluating specifications and availability.
• Monitor reliability and performance using metrics like MTBF and MTTR.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Lifecycle management

Technical operations

Maintenance planning

Maritime operations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

Orchard is seeking a Logistics Analyst to support NOAA’s Ocean Exploration and Research program, ensuring equipment and systems are ready for missions. The role covers lifecycle management, acquisition coordination, transportation, and operational transitions of scientific gear.

The ideal candidate understands maritime operations, technical systems, and mission readiness, coordinating across scientists, engineers, and vessel operators to anticipate needs and mitigate risks that could disrupt