Senior Logistics Manager - Defense & Propulsion

Firehawk; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental and vision plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible work schedule (9/80)

On-site snacks

Mentorship & growth opportunities

Job summary

Firehawk Aerospace, based in Addison, TX, seeks an experienced Logistics Manager to lead shipping, receiving, and material flow in a high-volume production environment. This role starts as a working manager and evolves into senior leadership overseeing logistics across multiple locations.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on startup experience, deep knowledge of hazardous materials regulations, and a proven ability to implement scalable logistics systems in a defense-focused organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 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.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast paced production environment.
• 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).

Responsibilities

• Lead daily shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations for materials, equipment, energetics, ammunition, and weapon systems.
• Develop efficient processes for inbound/outbound logistics, inventory control, and transportation management company wide.
• 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.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Communication skills

Team-building

Problem-solving

Fast-paced environment

Hazardous materials regulations

Education

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

Job description

Firehawk Aerospace, based in Addison, TX, seeks an experienced Logistics Manager to lead shipping, receiving, and material flow in a high-volume production environment. This role starts as a working manager and evolves into senior leadership overseeing logistics across multiple locations.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on startup experience, deep knowledge of hazardous materials regulations, and a proven ability to implement scalable logistics systems in a defense-focused organization.