Senior ILS Lead with Security Clearance
Forge Forward Inc. · Charleston, SC · 3 wk ago
Information Technology$109k/yrFull-time
Job Summary
Serve as the ILS Lead and primary logistics authority responsible for end-to-end lifecycle sustainment, planning, and execution across assigned Navy C4I systems.
Responsibilities
- Develop, manage, and maintain Configuration Overhaul Planning (COP) records and ensure accurate system configuration baselines are maintained throughout lifecycle events.
- Utilize Configuration Data Managers Database – Open Architecture (CDMD-OA) to manage configuration data, track equipment changes, and ensure data integrity across program records.
- Develop and maintain logistics data within Model-Based Product Support (MBPS) to support sustainment planning, documentation, and lifecycle tracking.
- Prepare, update, and track equipment End-of-Life (EOL) and sustainment status using QTEC Sustainment Technology Assessment Resource (Q-Star).
- Lead DMSMS efforts by identifying, tracking, and mitigating obsolescence risks impacting system availability and lifecycle sustainment.
- Utilize CMPro for hardware asset tracking, configuration accountability, custody management, and generation of DD1149 documentation supporting installation and asset transfer activities.
- Provide Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) for ship and shore-based Navy systems, ensuring alignment with program requirements and operational readiness goals.
- Conduct inventory audits, manage asset accountability, and coordinate material disposition activities including DRMO turn-in processes.
- Track hardware warranty status, lifecycle metrics, and sustainment performance, providing regular updates to PMW 790 stakeholders.
- Cook up Shore ILS certifications in accordance with Navy timelines (e.g., I-6 requirements), ensuring compliance with program milestones.
- Analyze logistics processes to identify efficiencies, reduce lifecycle costs, and improve supply chain responsiveness.
- Maintain detailed documentation and reporting for logistics, sustainment, and configuration activities in support of audits and program reviews.
- Interface with NAVIFOR, program offices, and engineering teams to ensure integrated logistics support across all system domains.
Desired Skills
- Experience serving as an ILS Lead supporting Navy C4I programs, with demonstrated ability to independently manage logistics operations and coordinate across program stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of Navy logistics, sustainment lifecycle processes, and configuration management practices within PMW 790 or similar program offices.
- Familiarity with Integrated Product Team (IPT) environments and ability to coordinate logistics activities across engineering, cybersecurity, and program management disciplines.
- Experience supporting STACC or similar programs with knowledge of Shore ILS certification processes and timelines.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze supply chain performance, improve efficiency, and reduce lifecycle sustainment costs.
- DAU Life Cycle Logistics certification (Level II or III) or equivalent professional logistics certification (CPL) supporting advanced logistics expertise.
- Strong data management, analytical, and reporting skills with ability to translate logistics data into actionable program insights.
- Excellent communication skills with proven ability to interface with government stakeholders and senior leadership.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field desired.
Certification Requirements
- Desired: DAU Life Cycle Logistics Certification (Level II or III) or Certified Professional Logistician (CPL).
Clearance Requirements
- SECRET (minimum) with current SSBI/T5 investigation required.
- TSCS clearance desired.