Support Engineering Data Specialist 5

CTS International; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 115,925 - 165,105; Full time

Job summary

CTS International in Hazelwood, Missouri seeks a senior engineer logistics lead to direct data‑driven sustainment for USAF F‑15 programs. You will analyze provisioning data, manage part requirements, and guide cross‑functional teams to optimize inventory and supportability.

The role emphasizes leadership, detailed data interpretation from 3D/2D drawings, and delivering lifecycle support strategies for end items, with a focus on reliability and readiness.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience.
• 10+ years leading through influence with cross‑functional teams.
• 10+ years of experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• 5+ years in structured logistics databases (SLICWave or PowerlogJ).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all F-15 provisioning requirements and project initiatives.
• Determine the range and quantity of support items required to operate and maintain end‑item deliverables.
• Analyze engineering data to identify spare and repair part requirements.
• Provide analytical insights that enable identifying inventory requirements for the customer.
• Ensure provisioning decisions support initial delivery and ongoing life‑cycle demands.
• Lead projects and people.
• Prepare and analyze technical data for the development of support products, including logistics engineering and maintenance.
• Interpret and utilize 3D and 2D drawings, blueprints, and schematics.

Skills

Data analysis

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Inventory management

MS Office

Provisioning

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

SLICWave

PowerlogJ

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Hazelwood, Missouri 12+ months Up to $102.00/Hour Contract Shift-1

Overview

This position supports the F-15 programs, providing direct engagement with key stakeholders and sustainment initiatives. As the lead of the team, you will lead the analysis of engineering data, perform top‑down breakdowns of provisioned items, and apply your expertise in aircraft parts, components, and maintenance data. This role is critical in delivering data‑driven recommendations that optimize sustainment and supportability for USAF aircraft programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all F-15 provisioning requirements, activities and project initiatives
• Provisioning (Parts Data): Determine the range and quantity of support items required to operate and maintain end‑item deliverables
• Engineering Data Analysis: Analyze engineering source data to identify and recommend spare and repair part requirements
• Inventory Decision Support: Provide analytical insights that enable the identification of inventory requirements for the customer
• Supportability and Life Cycle Impact: Ensure provisioning decisions support both initial delivery and ongoing life‑cycle demands, directly influencing multiple supportability efforts
• Formulate recommendations for spare and replacement parts at the appropriate level
• Assist in establishing stocking requirements
• Lead projects and people
• Oversee gathering, preparation and analysis of technical data for the development of support products, including logistics engineering, logistics support analysis, technical publications, support equipment, spares, provisioning, field services and maintenance, supporting product life cycle
• Proficient in interpreting and utilizing 3D and 2D engineering and technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics

12+ months — possible extension and possible FTE opportunity.

What you’ll need

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• 10+ years of experience working in a professional environment
• 10+ years of experience leading through influence and partnering with cross‑functional teams on projects, transactions or initiatives
• 10+ years of experience with Microsoft Office Products like Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• 5+ years of experience working in a structured logistics database such as SLICWave or PowerlogJ

Preferred Qualifications (Desired)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Experience with Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) knowledge and product support
• Experience working with or supporting military aircraft
• Experience with Program Management Best Practices
• Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 15 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+13 years’ related work experience, 19 years’ related work experience, etc.)