Amentum

Product Support Lead

Amentum • $100K — $130K *
Elizabeth, NJ 07202In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in DoD acquisition logistics; at least 5 years in leadership roles like PSI or Logistics Manager.
  • Eligibility for US Government Secret Clearance; US citizenship required.
  • Recognized authority in Army acquisition logistics and life cycle management.
  • Mastery of logistics management policies and theories, including DoDI 5000 series and AR 700-127.
  • Expertise in Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP) and Product Support Strategy (PSS) development and implementation.
  • Proven ability to lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and manage stakeholder relationships effectively.
  • Exceptional communication skills for conveying complex logistics issues.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain the Product Support Strategy (PSS) and Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP).
  • Provide logistics and product support input for acquisition documents.
  • Conduct cost-benefit analyses to optimize product support strategies.
  • Implement approved product support strategies across the program portfolio.
  • Coordinate and lead product support teams effectively.
  • Oversee scheduling of Integrated Product Support (IPS) activities.
  • Analyze RAM data to recommend product support improvements.

Benefits

  • Daily on-site work environment.
  • Opportunity to impact military logistics and soldier support directly.
  • Engagement with high-level defense organizations and programs.
Full Job Description
Amentum is seeking an experienced Product Support Lead to support Soldier Lethality Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey. This position will be on-site daily and is designed to administer the key oversight and management tasks of the Product Support Manager (PSM), with the Director of Logistics providing final sign-off on all inherently governmental functions. This position requires a senior-level expert who can manage complex programs and provide strategic recommendations. This position is not yet funded, position contingent upon funding award. Other duties may be assigned to support client and contract deliverables.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Develop, update, and maintain the Product Support Strategy (PSS) and Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP).
  • Develop and provide logistics and product support input for all acquisition documents.
  • Conduct cost-benefit analyses to validate the product support strategy and inform decisions.
  • Manage the implementation of the approved product support strategy across the portfolio.
  • Lead and coordinate a team of product support integrators and providers.
  • Oversee the development of milestone schedules for all Integrated Product Support (IPS) activities.
  • Monitor and analyze reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAM) data to recommend improvements.
  • Serve as the lead advisor to the Director of Logistics on the status of product support and sustainment issues.
  • Chair or co-chair the Product Support Management Integrated Product Team (IPT).
  • Maintain liaison with PEO Soldier, TACOM, CECOM, DEVCOM, and other key organizations.
  • Review and provide recommendations on Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and their impact on logistics.
  • Identify and analyze diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortages (DMSMS) and recommend solutions.
  • Prepare briefings and materials for the Director of Logistics to use at milestone reviews and budget hearings.


Required Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of experience in DoD acquisition logistics, with at least 5 years serving in a leadership role such as a senior Product Support Integrator (PSI), Logistics Manager, or Deputy PSM for a major weapon system.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance. Please note that U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.
  • Recognized as a technical/functional authority in Army acquisition logistics and life cycle management.
  • Mastery of the policies, concepts, and theories of logistics management (e.g., DoDI 5000 series, AR 700-127).
  • Expertise in developing, updating, and implementing a Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP) and Product Support Strategy (PSS).
  • Leadership & Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), facilitate meetings, and build consensus among a wide variety of stakeholders with competing priorities.
  • Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to succinctly and effectively communicate complex logistics issues to multiple levels of authority.
  • Data Analysis & AI: Experience leveraging AI tools and advanced data analytics to manage large troves of logistics data, improve sustainment strategies, and generate insights.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous familiarity working with a Life Cycle Sustainment Plan.
  • Possess expertise in Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Prior military experience with new equipment training or fielding.
  • Previous experience as a product support provider.
  • Bachelor's Degree or Defense Acquisition University related to Life Cycle Logistics.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Technical Services
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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