Ops & Logistics Technician, Level 2

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of in-process and completed assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Perform receiving, material handling, and storage of aerospace hardware in accordance with applicable work instructions and quality requirements.
• Execute shipping and receiving activities, including documentation, labeling, packaging, and shipment tracking.
• Support Ammunition & Energetics (A&E) handling, storage, and transport in compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with property management activities, maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting audits and physical counts.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records using company systems (e.g., travelers, checklists, shop floor control systems, shipping and property documentation).
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment; perform typical warehouse and logistics tasks including pallet packing and driving product between facilities.
• Kit parts and materials to traveler and work order requirements, ensuring accurate counts, correct configurations, and proper documentation prior to issuance.
• Issue kitted materials to the production floor in accordance with work orders and build schedules; coordinate with production and quality teams to resolve material shortages or discrepancies.
• Support facility operations and maintenance, including tooling and test equipment maintenance and repair.
• Follow all safety protocols, standard operating procedures, and environmental regulations; work in controlled areas when required.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of standard operations policies and procedures.
• Participate in cross-training and continuous improvement initiatives within the production team.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative manufacturing environment.
• May require standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and wearing required PPE.
• Occasional overtime or weekend work may be required to meet production schedules.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in aerospace, defense, or precision assembly manufacturing.
• Experience: Experience handling hardware in accordance with specific work instructions and recording progress in a disciplined and consistent manner.
• Experience: Experience partnering with program managers, schedulers, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, and supply chain/operations teams to meet program objectives.
• Education: Required: High school diploma or GED.
• Education: Preferred: Associate degree or vocational training in manufacturing, aerospace, logistics, or mechanical technology.
• Skills: Ability to read and interpret work instructions, travelers, and engineering drawings.
• Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude and hand-eye coordination.
• Skills: Ability to multi-task in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Skills: Proven critical thinking ability: ability to recognize potential problems and seek supervisory direction prior to placing hardware at risk.
• Skills: Basic computer skills and familiarity with ERP or shop floor control systems.
• Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Preferred: Prior experience working in a high-reliability or safety-critical manufacturing environment (aerospace, defense, or propulsion).
• Preferred: Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (GD&T preferred).
• Preferred: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Preferred: Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or equivalent shop floor systems).
• Preferred: Prior experience with government inventory reporting and transaction systems such as WAWF (Wide Area WorkFlow) or PIEE (Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment); applicable to candidates transitioning from military S4/supply roles or defense contractor inventory positions.
• Preferred: Ability to transport energetic materials over the road (CDL preferred).
• Preferred: Familiarity with A&E handling protocols and safety requirements.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with AS9100, DCMA, and/or ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs, including Missile Defense Agency (MDA).
• Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated expertise in Lean and/or Six Sigma principles.
• Preferred Qualifications: Holds a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Preferred Qualifications: Energetic material safety training or certification.
• Preferred Qualifications: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.