Performance Based Logistics Analyst/Engineer

Job Category:Logistics Primary Location:USA-AL: ALABAMA-HUNTSVILLESchedule:Full-time Job Type:Standard Employee Status:Regular Yes, 25 % of the Time Job Posting: 2008-09-03Description: Performance Based Logistics Analyst to support the MDA/GMD Materiel Management Directorate (MMD) in Huntsville, Alabama. Requires a solid background in DoD logistics and performance based logistics (PBL), DoD Policy 5000, total lifecycle systems management and sustainment. Candidate selected will assist the customer in developing the following: meeting coordination, executive summaries, point papers, issue papers, schedules, formal briefings to leadership, logistics and sustainment strategies. Active DoD SECRET clearance (minimum) is required. Essential Job Functions Coordinates the supply of logistics-related data to support customers in the general areas of engineering, supply, configuration management, technical requirements identification, installation and maintenance of equipment, safety and documentation development and maintenance. Identifies potential risk and problem areas and provides recommended solutions. Interacts with clients to understand their distribution networks and determines the logistics resources required to support equipment, safety, personnel and maintenance. Identify supply sources to meet technical requirements. Analyzes and evaluates design concepts and integration support requirements to determine if concepts satisfy support requirements. Recommends, implements, monitors and adjusts solutions to ensure the integration of support considerations as needed. Works with business development, field support and customer service to handle complaints and ensure that customer requirements are met. Conducts comprehensive studies and analysis of logistics systems and planning to ensure cost effective and efficient delivery systems. Compiles data on standardization and interchangeability of parts to expedite logistic activities and determine logistic support options and requirements arising from location/deployment. Researches and analyzes technology and distribution network trends and updates to remain current in the industry. Recommends changes and/or upgrades to management as appropriate. Provides leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field preferred Seven or more years of logistics engineering experience Experience working with department/account's business objectives Experience working with engineering, supply, and configuration management processes with respect to logistics Experience working with design-support programs such as: Integrated Logistic Support (ILS), Logistics Support Analysis (LSA), Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), etc. Other Qualifications Knowledge of the GMD program architecture, budget, and WBS. Previous GMD program experience is desired. DoD sustainment logistics experience in financial management. Experience developing and maintaining logistics briefings. Experience in integrated logistics support. Action officer experience/skills; tracking staff actions. Understanding of principles of staff activities: communication, coordination, timeliness, and teamwork. Demonstrated decision making skills, vision to recognize and work significant issues beyond specifically assigned duties and the ability to accomplish duties with minimum supervision. Strong analytical and problem solving skills for determining and providing logistics support Good comprehension skills for understanding needs and developing and applying solutions Good personal computer and business solutions software skills; proficient at using the Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, Excel (for spreadsheet development), Project (schedules), and other applications as required. Strong interpersonal skills to interact with customers, business development employees and technical personnel Strong leadership skills to interface with other logistics engineers Good communication skills Good time management and organizational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Ability to deal with change Willingness to travel Remote Work Location Authorized:No Relocation Assistance:Not AvailableClearance Level:Secret Create Success