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Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security, and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition, and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration, and well-being are integral to success. Headquarters in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

Amentum is seeking an Aviation Logistics Manager to support associated Aircraft Maintenance and Parts Inventory/Supply opportunity.  The selected candidate will possess versatile skills and abilities to perform a wide range of responsibilities that encompass administration, logistics, reporting and interfacing with the customer throughout the procurement lifecycle to ensure rights part/right time are met to sustain program requirements.  The Aviation Maintenance Logistics Manager is responsible for the overall management of material requirements and control necessary for program support.  Direct and manage all logistics.  Will exercise sound judgement in making decisions by an understanding of operational requirements, the available resources and options, and analyzing the impacts – both short term and long term. This person shall have knowledge of, and ability to, validate aircraft parts status, inventory aircraft and assist with budget accounting. The candidate shall have experience in the maintenance and updating of aircraft data collection systems files. The selected candidate will consider and engage all stakeholders to help ensure the most effective solutions to problems and maintain open and continuous communications and updates as appropriate.  The candidate shall be responsible for all Parts Logistics support operations, to include Procurement –requisition process, maintain status trackers, and work with buyers to source vendors and pricing as required.   Will be the primary point of contact to ensure property records and required documentation are maintained and compliant with requirements. Compile and submit daily, weekly, and other reports as required.  These can include and are not limited to accountability reports, parts trackers, and any other reporting as needed.   The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned. Perform other qualified duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Manages the processes of initiating purchase requisitions, transportation of goods, allocation of procurements.

• Provide leadership with KPI’s and necessary data to ensure adequate logistic support.

• Provides cost estimates and explain variances between budgeted, estimated and actual cost of material for the contract.

• Forecast and track procurements of all parts for purchase, repair and/or calibration for the health of the program.

• Work closely with Business Manager and Program Manager to manage contract material funding and special contract funds.

• Ensures DOT,  IATA and other transportation compliance and requirements are adhered to in conjunction with the Amentum QCC Center.

• Ensures inventory control of Government assets for the entire program.

• Uses supply chain software and resolves customer, shipment, and host country issues

• Prepare all necessary correspondence required in the performance of this effort for Government review, approval and release.

• Establish and maintain written procedures for the proper control of Government Furnished Property and Contractor Acquired Property.

• Submit changes to established procedures ensuring all functions are consistent with written procedures.

• Establish and maintain stocking levels of Government Property to ensure materials are available to meet maintenance requirements.

• Maintain inventory at lowest possible cost to the Government.

• Interface with Program Manager and Government counterparts on issues involving procedural deficiencies.

• Maintain accurate records of Government Property throughout the acquisition and disposition process.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in supply chain/logistics/warehousing, experience in material management for government, DoD, or commercial supply chain.

• 2+ years experience in Aviation Parts Acquisition preferred.

• 2+ years of supervisory experience, preferred.

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Ability to obtain/maintain United States Secret Security Clearance. NOTE: US Citizenship is required to obtain/maintain United States Secret Security Clearance.

• FAA or DoD related aviation supply parts experience.

• Experience in and capable of managing supply functions such as storage, issue, inspection, research, repairable processing, shipping, receiving, warehousing, aircraft maintenance support, preparing requisitions, procurement, and accounting for aircraft parts and equipment.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules. 

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O\'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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