Logistics Specialist

A confidential aerospace and defense organization is seeking a Logistics Specialist to provide proactive supply chain and material support for production and maintenance operations. This contract role offers competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and a generous per diem while supporting mission-critical aerospace programs.

Key Responsibilities

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  Issue kits, parts, and tools to the production floor and return/reshelve materials as needed.

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  Perform daily transfers of parts between internal jobs to support shop operations.

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  Inspect flammable cabinets, racks, and stored materials for shelf-life compliance.

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  Conduct warehouse and storage inspections to prepare for live audits.

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  Pull in-house requisitions to meet production demand and put away recapped parts and materials.

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  Retrieve off-units from production, inspect, and route them to the warehouse.

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  Process incoming Outside Service parts, work orders, and paperwork.

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  Prepare Outside Service shipments and run ERP In-Transit reports to verify issuance of items.

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  Attend daily operational meetings to provide updates on material status and answer questions from production teams.

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  Track and communicate the status of critical incoming parts and update Gateway material reports.

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  Research and resolve purchasing request kickbacks and communicate with operations.

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  Transport critical or “hot” parts between on-site locations and perform AOG vehicle runs as requested.

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  Monitor and respond to email requests from internal production and support departments.

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  Maintain current training certifications within the company’s learning platform.

Qualifications

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  Familiarity with basic manufacturing and warehouse tools and procedures.

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  Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

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  Proficiency with computers and ERP systems for inventory tracking.

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  VantageClear Certification or equivalent (e.g., active U.S. security clearance or comparable defense-industry credential) required.

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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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  Ability to lift and move materials as required and meet all pre-employment background, drug screening, and onboarding requirements.

What’s Offered

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  Top-tier, non-taxable per diem including overtime hours.

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  Overtime availability for additional earnings.

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  Opportunity to gain experience in aerospace logistics and supply chain operations while supporting critical defense projects.