General Dynamics

Advanced ILS Specialist

General Dynamics$105K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Management, Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of experience; or Master's degree with 3+ years of experience.
  • Department of Defense Secret security clearance required at hire.
  • Proficient knowledge of Acquisition Logistics and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) elements.
  • Experience with military/commercial requirements and specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Support cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT) for integrated logistics support.
  • Coordinate with IPT Leads to complete assignments on unique mechanical and structural systems.
  • Participate hands-on in the development of technical solutions from concept to operational environments.
  • Assist engineers with logistics, sustainment, and technical support for specialized tools and hardware components.
  • Contribute to the creation of prototypes for technology development initiatives.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on top-secret technologies.
  • Collaboration with a team of innovative thinkers.
  • Access to continuous learning and knowledge advancement.
Full Job Description
Basic Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Management or Engineering, a related specialized area or field is required, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Clearance Requirements:

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

As an Advanced ILS Specialist I for Intelligence Systems, you'll be supporting a cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT) providing integrated logistics support for unique mechanical and structural systems, working on small technical teams and coordinating with IPT Leads to complete assignments. Our program offers the opportunity to see the development of technical solutions from concept level through use in operational environments, with extensive hands-on participation supporting engineers with a wide range of logistics, sustainment, and technical support tasks. Program work products include specialized tools, structural systems, hardware components, assemblies, and prototypes supporting both technology development tasking and customer operations initiatives.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: working knowledge of standard ILS concepts, practices, and procedures; hands-on logistics and sustainment experience with an interest/ability in developing innovative solutions to unique problems; high attention to detail with the ability and flexibility to work in an often-dynamic environment; ability to work under general supervision, alone, and/or with a team of project technicians and engineers, as specific tasking dictates.

What you'll experience:
  • Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret
  • A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
  • Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discovered
What you bring to the table:
  • A Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Management or Engineering, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
  • Fully proficient knowledge of Acquisition Logistics (a multi-functional technical management discipline associated with influencing design for supportability and planning the support infrastructure for a system by focusing on the integrated logistics support (ILS) elements and working with and across all IPTs)
  • Strong knowledge of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) elements (supply support; maintenance planning; manpower and personnel; technical manuals; training and training equipment; support equipment; facilities; computer resources support; packaging, handling, storage and transportation (PHS&T); design interface; reliability, maintainability and availability (RM&A), how they interact and how they are applied across a program, their effect on a system, plus how a systems' design and changes affect the ILS elements)
  • Knowledge of military/commercial requirements/specifications
What sets you apart:
  • TS/SCI with polygraph is helpful
  • Background supporting mechanical and/or civil engineering projects with demonstrated proficiencies in the construction and fabrication of hardware prototypes and proof-of-concept mock-ups
  • Familiarity with building codes and engineering standards is a plus
  • Flexibility and willingness to work with multi-disciplined teams on a range of tasking, sometimes in new technology areas, outside the ranges of your expertise
  • Ability to operate a range of moving equipment including forklifts, scissor lifts, pallet jacks, and vehicles
  • Minimum Secret-level clearance transferrable at time of hire required, TS/SCI with polygraph is preferred
  • Proven conflict management skills
  • Subject matter expert (SME) in one discipline/field and developing fully proficient knowledge in adjacent disciplines/fields
  • Strong leadership skills consistent with a team-based work environment
  • Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Workplace Options:

This position is fully on-site due to the nature of program work and facility infrastructure. Work will be performed at the GDMS facility in Herndon, Virginia.

Supporting proprietary customer

Relocation could be considered dependent on candidate

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $105,235.00 - USD $110,991.00 /Yr.

About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is involved in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat vehicles and systems, armaments, and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and mission-critical information systems and technologies. General Dynamics has four main business segments. Aerospace designs, develops, manufacturers and services a comprehensive offering of advanced business-jet aircraft. Combat Systems specializes in producing, supporting and sustaining land and expeditionary combat systems for the U.S. military and its allies. Marine Systems designs, builds and supports submarines and a variety of surface ships for the U.S. Navy and commercial customers. The Information Systems and Technology group offers a breadth and depth of technology and service capabilities that support a wide range of government and commercial needs, including systems integration expertise; hardware and software products; and engineering, management and support services.

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$67.9 billion
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Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1952
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Revenue
$37.9 billion
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