Operations Specialist – Logistics and Additive Manufacturing Support

The Lockwood Group; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Operations Specialist to support logistics and engineering teams. The role involves administrative support, logistics planning, and documentation of additive manufacturing initiatives. Ideal candidates will have experience in a DoD environment and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with Company match

Qualifications

• 3+ years of administrative or program support experience.
• Working knowledge of logistics and supply chain principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to logistics and AM teams.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and technical documentation.
• Assist with logistics coordination tasks.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company Overview
The Lockwood Group is a Global Professional Services Provider established with a purpose to deliver Mission Readiness service and solution to the Department of Defense and Federal Government. Our culture is built upon a Mission Readiness vision and our six core values. We believe in customer centric service delivery with intent to uncover, understand, and solve the underlying problems of the true end customers for our services – the military (the soldier, airman, seaman and Marine) and federal service professionals.

Take the first step to "Mission Readiness" by viewing our Mission Readiness Capability video which articulates our Core Purpose:The Lockwood Group Launches Mission-Ready Capabilities Video

Position Overview:

The Lockwood Group is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Operations Specialistto support the Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) Logistics Center (ALC). This role will specifically assist in efforts related to logistics planning, supply chain coordination, and the implementation and documentation of additive manufacturing (AM) initiatives. The selected candidate will perform a variety of administrative and operational support functions essential to the mission success of logistics and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level administrative support to the AMCOM ALC logistics and AM teams, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements.

• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and technical documentation related to logistics operations and additive manufacturing programs.

• Track and manage documentation related to AM initiatives including technical data packages (TDPs), part qualification reports, and materials certifications.

• Assist with logistics coordination tasks such as supply requisitions, asset tracking, and inventory documentation in Army logistics systems (e.g., GCSS-Army, AESIP).

• Schedule and support programmatic and technical meetings, including taking minutes, preparing briefing materials, and tracking action items.

• Maintain organized files and ensure compliance with records management procedures, particularly for data related to AM part tracking and performance history.

• Support procurement coordination by gathering vendor quotes and facilitating purchase requests related to AM equipment, materials, and parts.

• Collaborate with government and contractor personnel to facilitate efficient information flow between logistics, engineering, and program management stakeholders.

• Support status reporting for program milestones and AM prototype delivery timelines.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or higher preferred.

• 3+ years of administrative or program support experience, preferably within a DoD or Army logistics or engineering environment.

• Working knowledge of logistics and supply chain principles; familiarity with Army logistics systems a strong plus.

• Interest or exposure to additive manufacturing processes, terminology, and documentation requirements.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with both government and contractor personnel.

• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Active Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting AMCOM, AMC, or other Army acquisition/logistics programs.

• Exposure to technical documentation, such as drawings, specifications, or manufacturing process instructions.

• Knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle and supply chain documentation practices.

• Familiarity with additive manufacturing technologies such as FDM, SLS, or DMLS.

Salary:

• 50k to 80k

Competitive Benefits

The Lockwood Group offers a competitive benefits package, including Paid Time Off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, health and wellness, various optional add-on benefits, and a retirement 401(k) plan with Company match.

Lockwood Credo, Core Values and Culture
The Lockwood mission is to create an organization focused on service. We serve – each other, the soldier, our customers, our employees, our partners, our vendors, and our community. Service is at the center of our Core Values and Culture.

Our customers come first. Being responsive, professional and reliable is why we are hired. We aim to deliver on all promises, exceeding customer expectations and making certain all business decisions are made with the customer in mind.

Our employees are the face of our service. They are at the front lines working with our customers daily, and it is Lockwood’s duty to serve our employees. This means designing a culture centered around core values that inspire, retain and grow the best talent.

Our partners are fuel for our engine. Our great vendors, consultants and teaming partners combine to fuel Lockwood, ensuring we successfully deliver always. We work alongside our partners as one cohesive team.

Service to the community is important to us. We seek to volunteer, engage and support our communities through investment of time and resources.

This service mindset is what inspired company foundersto embark on the journey to deliver on the promise to Lead the Way to Mission Readiness for all people we serve.

The following 6 Core Values are the foundation by which we serve:

•Ethics and Integrity
•Customer Commitment
•Team and Family Environment
•Service
•Leadership
•Positivity

If these Core Values resonate with you, we would love to have you join our team!

The Lockwood Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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. The Lockwood Group will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant laws.