Reverse Logistics Technical Lead

About the role

The Reverse Logistics Technical Lead role is based remotely in the United States. This role drives the technical strategy and execution for rebuilding and refurbishment processes, focusing on aviation assets. Key responsibilities include spearheading technical projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and utilizing data-driven insights to optimize reverse logistics operations.

What You’ll Do

• Spearhead technical projects focused on the end-to-end reverse logistics lifecycle for returned assets and drones, encompassing diagnosis, harvesting of components, rebuilding, and refurbishment processes.
• Design, develop, and implement streamlined and efficient technical processes for the triage, repair, rebuilding, and refurbishment of assets, ensuring adherence to stringent quality control standards at each stage.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Engineering, Manufacturing, and Service Providers, to optimize the overall reverse logistics flow, identify areas for improvement, and drive initiatives that demonstrably reduce costs, improve turnaround times, and enhance the quality of refurbished products.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, such as detailed repair manuals, effective troubleshooting guides, and clear training materials, to support internal teams and external partners.
• Take ownership of data analysis and reporting related to technical rebuild metrics, providing insights into performance, identifying trends, and recommending data-driven solutions for continuous improvement.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical), Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, a closely related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 12+ years of progressive experience in reverse logistics, service engineering, or a related technical role with increasing responsibility.
• Minimum of 5+ years of people management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully implement and manage technical solutions and systems to optimize repair procedures, product evaluation, and process development in support of reverse logistics, maintenance, or 3PSP maintenance.
• Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end reverse logistics processes, including triage, repair, rebuilding, refurbishment, and disposition strategies.
• Proven proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools, such as SQL, Excel, and Power BI, with the ability to extract meaningful insights and generate actionable reports.
• Experience in evaluating and effectively managing relationships with third-party vendors providing technical solutions and services for reverse logistics.
• Strong ability to analyze end-to-end processes, apply manufacturing statistics and design of experiments principles, and identify data-driven opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Proven track record of successfully managing technical projects and leading cross-functional teams, including experience in asset management, project planning, issue tracking, and task scoping.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities with a data-driven approach to identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Able to travel domestically (20-30%) and internationally (as needed).

Pay

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $159,000 USD - $212,000 USD. Wing’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.