LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

U.S. Marine Corps

$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in Product Support Management within the defense acquisition environment.
  • Familiarity with the Systems Engineering Process as applied to the DoD Acquisition Management Framework.
  • Experience in leading cross-functional and multi-organizational teams.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills for interactions with government and industry stakeholders.
  • One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11 or NH-02 level.

Responsibilities

  • Lead product support planning through strong sustainment strategy development.
  • Analyze support alternatives and recommend solutions to enhance performance.
  • Manage product support funding and oversee logistics for acquisition.
  • Develop strategies for maintenance, testing, and disposal in partnership with experts.
  • Evaluate support metrics and recommend process improvements for lifecycle management.
  • Prepare reports and present logistics recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to align product support activities with program missions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package for federal employees and their families.
  • Eligibility for benefits varies based on position type: full-time, part-time, or intermittent.
  • Potential reimbursement for relocation expenses as per federal regulations.
  • Access to professional development and training opportunities.
  • Job stability with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in government service.
Full Job Description
Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Duties

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  • You will lead product support planning by developing sustainment strategies, evaluating support requirements, and coordinating integrated efforts that improve system readiness, affordability, and long term operational effectiveness
  • You will analyze support alternatives, assess operational risks, develop mitigation strategies, and recommend solutions that strengthen product support performance while meeting program objectives and mission requirements.
  • You will manage product support funding requirements, prepare budget recommendations, evaluate contractor proposals, and oversee logistics activities that support successful acquisition, sustainment, and life cycle management.
  • You will develop maintenance, testing, and disposal strategies by coordinating with technical experts and operational organizations to improve reliability, availability, maintainability, and overall system performance.
  • You will evaluate support metrics, identify opportunities for process improvements, conduct readiness assessments, and recommend corrective actions that enhance equipment performance throughout the entire system life cycle.
  • You will prepare reports, present logistics recommendations to leadership, participate in design reviews, and coordinate cross functional teams to ensure product support activities align with program schedules and mission priorities.


Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • This position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA). Certification in the Acquisition Functional Area and category assigned to the position is required within established category timeframes.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • You will be required to complete ethics orientation within three months of appointment and submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450, within 30 days of appointment.
  • This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.


Qualifications

Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of Specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or NH-02 pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

1. Ability to develop, manage, and implement business and Product Support Plans in the defense acquisition environment at the program level.

2. Knowledge of Product Support Management and its relationship to the Systems Engineering Process as executed in the DOD Acquisition Management Framework.

3. Experience leading, participating, coaching, and facilitating activities of cross-functional and multi organizational integrated teams.

4. Oral and written presentations skills that build relationships at high-level within the government and industry.


Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0300/logistics-management-series-0346/

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

Recruitment/Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes-Relocation expenses (i.e. PCS) for candidates outside of the commuting area are authorized in accordance with applicable travel regulations and Department of Navy Policy.

Relocation incentives as described in 5 USC 5753 may be authorized in accordance with applicable command policy.


A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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