SAIC

Logistics Principal

SAIC$120K — $160K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active DoD Secret Clearance required.
  • Bachelor's degree with 9 years logistics/ILS experience or 10+ years equivalent DoD experience.
  • Familiarity with DoD and Navy logistics principles and life-cycle management.
  • Knowledge of MBPS, CMPRO, ICAPS, or similar tools.
  • Experience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs and large export shipments.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

  • Support ILS planning and execution across FMS cases and programs.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to manage logistics deliverables and provisioning data.
  • Maintain logistics tracking sheets and ensure documentation accuracy.
  • Support provisioning work packages and supply data maintenance.
  • Monitor equipment shipments and coordinate issue resolution with stakeholders.
  • Contribute to logistics planning documents and ensure compliance with standards.
  • Participate actively in IPTs, TIMs, and PMRs to track logistics and action items.

Benefits

  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • Collaborative work environment with international stakeholders.
  • Potential for travel to international and domestic locations.
  • Access to cutting-edge logistics and defense technology projects.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Description

PMA-251 (Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment Program Office) is seeking a Logistics Principal in Patuxent River, MD to support ongoing and emerging Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases, with a primary focus on the Future French Aircraft Carrier program. This role will also contribute to other NAVAIR and NAVSEA logistics FMS initiatives supporting international partners to include reviews of customer country Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA), contract schedules, and ILS (Integrated Logistics Support Specifications and Plans.

The selected candidate will provide comprehensive ILS across multiple program lines by coordinating provisioning, configuration, and sustainment planning for systems including Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS), Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG), and associated support equipment. The position involves direct collaboration with U.S. Navy and French stakeholders, OEMs, and foreign customers to ensure timely and compliant delivery of logistics products under FMS and other acquisition frameworks. This position requires support for all Integrated Product Support (IPS) elements to include:
  • Product / Program Management Support.
  • Sustaining Engineering.
  • Supply Support.
  • Maintenance Planning and Management.
  • Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHS&T).
  • Technical Data Management.
  • Support Equipment.
  • Training and Training Support.
  • Manpower and Personnel.
  • Facilities and Infrastructure.
  • Computer Resources.
  • Design Interface.


  • Key Responsibilities
    • Support the planning, development, and execution of ILS elements across multiple FMS cases and NAVAIR/NAVSEA programs.
    • Coordinate with the PMA-251 Logistics Team, NAVAIR FMS Leads, and international customers to track and manage sustainment deliverables, provisioning data, and configuration items.
    • Maintain detailed logistics tracking sheets, ILS certification packages, and configuration management databases (e.g., CMPRO, CDMD-OA, MBPS) to ensure accuracy and traceability of all equipment and documentation. This include recommendations for out of production ILS support requirements to maximize customer operations and maintenance.
    • Support creation and updates to provisioning work packages, including XRIC/XSFT requests, and collaborate with NAVSUP to maintain accurate supply data in ICAPS and ILIT systems.
    • Monitor equipment shipments, installation status, and material readiness; provide progress updates and coordinate issue resolution across domestic and foreign stakeholders.
    • Contribute to FMS logistics planning documents, such as ILS Program Management Plans, Logistics Support Plans, Transportation Plans, Shipping Schedules, and Material Handling Procedures.
    • Support logistics data integration for acquisition, sustainment, and transfer milestones; maintain compliance with all DoD, NAVAIR, and FMS logistics standards.
    • Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), and Program Management Reviews (PMRs) to provide logistics input and track action item closure.
    • Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and metrics to monitor status of FMS logistics deliverables and assist in long-term planning for sustainment activities.
    • Analyze requirements based on Letter of Requests (LOR) and recommend ILS plans that meet customer's country requirements.

    Qualifications

    Required Qualifications
    • Active DoD Secret Clearance (minimum).
    • Bachelor's degree and 9 years of related logistics or ILS experience; or 10+ years of equivalent DoD logistics experience.
    • Demonstrated experience with DoD and Navy logistics principles, processes, and life-cycle management.
    • Working knowledge of systems such as MBPS, CMPRO, ICAPS, CDMD-OA, or equivalent configuration/provisioning tools.
    • Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs or international defense logistics efforts to include large export shipments.
    • Proficient in Microsoft 365 Suite (Excel, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Power Automate, Word).
    • Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.
    • Experience working in cross-functional teams and engaging directly with government, contractor, and international stakeholders.
    • Must possess or be able to obtain a U.S. Passport.
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Knowledge of EMALS/AAG, shipboard aviation systems, or other NAVAIR/NAVSEA equipment.
    • Familiarity with DoD supply systems, provisioning standards, and ILS Certification processes.
    • Professional certifications in logistics or supply chain management (e.g., DAWIA, SOLE, or equivalent).
    • Familiarity with NAVAIR training systems (Schoolhouse and familiarization).
    • Experience with Support Equipment and Facilities.
    • Prior experience preparing and managing logistics documentation in support of acquisition and sustainment programs.

    Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

    SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

    About SAIC

    Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
    Learn more about SAIC
    Size
    26,000 employees
    Market Cap
    $6 billion
    Industry
    Net Income
    $206 million
    Founded
    1969
    5 Year Trend
    +10.7%
    Revenue
    $6.8 billion
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