Sobre este puesto de Logistics Specialist en Stratolaunch
Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.
The Logistics Specialist will serve as a critical member of the Mission Operations team, helping plan, organize, and execute deployed support activities for both personnel and hardware. This person shall provide centralized support across all of the Stratolaunch departments for mission execution. As part of a hardworking team of flight operations experts, maintainers, and ground operators, the Logistics Specialist is focused on providing attentive and efficient support for our Mission Operations team members, from pre-deployment planning to post-mission recovery. In addition, he/she will support logistics and execution of events, both internal and external, associated with each mission. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe and successful hypersonic missions that meet our customers’ needs.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform logistics and administrative job duties relating to hypersonic missions within the continental U.S. and overseas.
- Compile accurate documentation for travel related events including passports, visas, airfare, transportation, hotels, rental cars, restaurants etc.
- Help develop logistics for offsite deployments to include coordination with local GSE suppliers and accommodations.
- Work with external customs agencies to have equipment ready and on site when needed.
- Generate appropriate customs and border control documents and paperwork for overseas travel.
- Oversee rigorous planning for onsite and recovery missions to ensure operational efficiency throughout each flight test.Design deployment timelines with Ground Operations for GSE delivery and staging
- Work with procurement for liaising and contract negotiating with vendors, and ensure appropriate contract terms are met and followed.
- Oversee and help manage travel plans, itineraries, and agendas for Stratolaunch deployment teams with up to 50 members.
- Manage projects independently and/or in teams, from conception to completion and often with conflicting priorities.
- Handling post-event reports, measuring impact and ROI.
- Using strong organizational skills, perform and prioritize multiple calendars and events while prioritizing conflicting needs.
- Work with and task cross-functional stakeholders at all levels of the organization including our Executive Leadership team, to drive missions to completion across teams and time zones.
- Handle matters expeditiously and proactively, following through on requirements to successful completion, often with deadline pressures. Adapt to competing demands.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A self-starter with ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional business relationships and a provide a superior level of internal and external customer support.
- Must have a high level of autonomy when working to achieve goals while also being a collaborator with cross functional teams.Will be required to develop budgets for mission events with leadership and demonstrate fiscal responsibility.
- Proficiency Microsoft Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, internal software packages) and Smartsheet, Outlook, Teams, Zoom
- Maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality at all times
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree required or similar experience
- Experience with generating customs paperwork and compiling HTS codes, ECCNs, and biohazard requirements.
- Experience supporting a team of deployed personnel highly desired.
- Aerospace and/ or Defense industry experience desired.
- Understanding of risk management and effective mitigation strategies.
- The ability to attain up to a TS/SCI clearance desired.
Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable
- Mojave, CA based.
- Extended work schedule with early starts and late work hours, weekends and holidays supporting Stratolaunch personnel all over the world.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Driver license required.
- Ability to obtain a US passport.
- 9/80 schedule:
- 5-8 years experience: $79,000-$105,800
- 8+ years experience: $99,000-$135,000
Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis. We consider several factors to ensure a competitive offer, including your location, educational background, and a comprehensive assessment of the skills and experience demonstrated during your interviews.
Benefits and our location(s):
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
- Tuition reimbursement
This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.
Mojave Air & Spaceport is located just outside of Lancaster/Palmdale and is only 95 miles north of Los Angeles. The area offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California's best attractions and landmarks.
Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers.
Food and drink fanatics are in a haven of delectable choices. Wine aficionados will also find easy access to some of the state’s best vino in Paso Robles, Santa Ynez, and even more locally in Tehachapi and Agua Dulce. Beer fanatics will find some of the best West Coast IPAs at Bravery and Lucky Luke’s in Lancaster. Any food option you crave is covered, and we always recommend the authentic and fresh Mexican food that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States.
Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees’ and applicants’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. For purposes of transparency, U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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