Senior DoD Acquisition Logistics Lead

Applied Research Solutions; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions seeks a Senior Acquisition Logistician to support the KC-46 WLC program at Wright-Patterson AFB. You will lead logistics planning, develop program documentation, and coordinate sustainment logistics across the weapon-system life cycle.

Must possess an active Secret clearance and US citizenship. Responsibilities include applying the Air Force’s 12 product support elements, coordinating with government and contractor teams, and managing cost, schedule, and performance

Qualifications

• US Citizen required.
• Active Secret clearance required.
• Senior-level expertise in acquisition logistics and DoD practices.
• Knowledge of Air Force product support elements and life-cycle logistics.
• Ability to coordinate across program offices and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, development, implementation, and management of a comprehensive logistics strategy for the KC-46 WLC program.
• Develop and review program documentation for acquisition and sustainment logistics activities.
• Apply Air Force 12 product support elements to evaluate and coordinate requirements.
• Assist with transportation plan development and Defense Transportation System processes.
• Plan cradle-to-grave logistics by integrating supply, maintenance, procurement, and QA activities.
• Monitor milestones, performance criteria, and schedules; identify risks and mitigations.
• Review program documents and coordinate actions across stakeholders.
• Apply relevant policies, including Title 10 USC and Air Force guidance.
• Support RAM-C analyses, T&E planning, and cost/schedule/ performance constraints.
• Identify funding, manpower, facilities, and contract needs; foster inter‑organizational collaboration.
• Conduct life-cycle cost analyses and ensure data systems compatibility.
• Compile and validate logistics data for management information systems.
• Drive cross‑functional tasking to improve program effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Acquisition logistics

Senior-level expertise

Cost analysis

Logistics planning

Life cycle logistics

Integrated logistics support

Product support RAM‑C

Cross‑functional communication

Education

MA/MS in a relevant discipline

BA/BS with 15+ years DoD experience

20+ years related experience with certifications

Tools

GFM/GFE processes

Job description

Applied Research Solutions seeks a Senior Acquisition Logistician to support the KC-46 WLC program at Wright-Patterson AFB. You will lead logistics planning, develop program documentation, and coordinate sustainment logistics across the weapon-system life cycle.

Must possess an active Secret clearance and US citizenship. Responsibilities include applying the Air Force’s 12 product support elements, coordinating with government and contractor teams, and managing cost, schedule, and performance