Logistics Engineering Specialist - Military Veterans

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Logistics Engineering Specialist

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Category: Engineering

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Sterling Heights

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain security clearance

Career Level: Mid-Career

Requisition ID: 14885176

Date Posted: Sep 5, 2024

Description: About the Role

The Logistics Engineering Specialist/Lead serves as the technical focal point for all Logistics, Supportability, and Maintainability issues related to their assigned vehicle platform. The Lead represents the Logistics Engineering organization as the prime technical contact on assigned contracts and projects, and interfaces with external functional groups on significant technical matters that often require coordination between organizations. The lead is responsible for all logistics technical input and design recommendations to ensure a balanced design and soldier centric focus. The lead manages source data development to ensure all contract deliverables are delivered on or ahead of schedule and on or below budget, responsible for the technical interface with the Government for all Logistics issues, and responsible for ensuring customer expectations are met with regard to Logistics products and services.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

What We Offer

Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.


• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.


• 401k Match (6%).


• Educational Assistance.


• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).


• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment.


• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role

• Lead a group of Logistics Engineers to develop all contract deliverables on or below budget and on or ahead of schedule.


• Interface with design engineers, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads, and other functional organizations to ensure logistics, supportability, and maintainability issues are adequately identified and addressed.


• Lead performance of Logistics Front End Analysis (FEA) and Logistics Support Analysis (LSA), to include Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA), Supportability Analysis (SA), Level of Repair Analysis (LORA), and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Analysis to identify resources required to maintain and support the design. Experience with COMPASS software a plus.


• Review drawings, Change Requests (CR), Engineering Change Proposals (ECP), computer models and other technical documentation to identify maintenance and supply support requirements for the design.


• Support the development, maintenance, and update of requirements database in accordance with GEIA-STD-0007 and MIL-STD-1388-2B. Experience with SlicWave software a plus.


• Translate engineering and other technical information into source data in support of ILS products development. Develop logistics Engineering source data to be used in the creation of Operator Technical Manuals.


• Assess emerging designs for requirements compliance and recommend design alternatives to enhance supportability and maintainability.


• Provide logistical input during the preparation of programmatic contractual documents (i.e. SOWs, CIDS, CDRLs, SEMPs, etc).


• Support the Section Manager in estimating (bids and proposals), project planning and prioritization, budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and execution of Logistics Engineering Scope.

Qualifications Sought

• Bachelor Degree in engineering discipline, non engineering degrees will be considered with extensive military experience/education such as Master Gunner School.


• Army or Marine experience a plus.


• Extensive hands on experience in the operation and maintenance of ground combat vehicle.


• Operations and maintenance of ground combat vehicles (Abrams, Stryker, Bradley, LAV) during combat operations is a plus. Abrams, Bradley, or Stryker Master Gunner qualification is a plus.


• In-depth knowledge of the current vehicle design.


• Experience with Logistics Support Analysis (LSA)/ Supportability Analysis (SA), Basic Issue Items (BII), Component of End Items (COEI) and Additional Authorization List (AAL) items.


• Thorough working knowledge of US Army logistics support structure, policies, and procedures.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills required.


• Motivation to work independently with minimal supervision.


• Personal computer skills, familiarity with CAD.


• Must be able to obtain/hold a Secret Security clearance. Currently holding a clearance preferred.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
About the Role

The Logistics Engineering Specialist/Lead serves as the technical focal point for all Logistics, Supportability, and Maintainability issues related to their assigned vehicle platform. The Lead represents the Logistics Engineering organization as the prime technical contact on assigned contracts and projects, and interfaces with external functional groups on significant technical matters that often require coordination between organizations. The lead is responsible for all logistics technical input and design recommendations to ensure a balanced design and soldier centric focus. The lead manages source data development to ensure all contract deliverables are delivered on or ahead of schedule and on or below budget, responsible for the technical interface with the Government for all Logistics issues, and responsible for ensuring customer expectations are met with regard to Logistics products and services.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

What We Offer

Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.


• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.


• 401k Match (6%).


• Educational Assistance.


• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).


• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment.


• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role

• Lead a group of Logistics Engineers to develop all contract deliverables on or below budget and on or ahead of schedule.


• Interface with design engineers, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads, and other functional organizations to ensure logistics, supportability, and maintainability issues are adequately identified and addressed.


• Lead performance of Logistics Front End Analysis (FEA) and Logistics Support Analysis (LSA), to include Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA), Supportability Analysis (SA), Level of Repair Analysis (LORA), and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Analysis to identify resources required to maintain and support the design. Experience with COMPASS software a plus.


• Review drawings, Change Requests (CR), Engineering Change Proposals (ECP), computer models and other technical documentation to identify maintenance and supply support requirements for the design.


• Support the development, maintenance, and update of requirements database in accordance with GEIA-STD-0007 and MIL-STD-1388-2B. Experience with SlicWave software a plus.


• Translate engineering and other technical information into source data in support of ILS products development. Develop logistics Engineering source data to be used in the creation of Operator Technical Manuals.


• Assess emerging designs for requirements compliance and recommend design alternatives to enhance supportability and maintainability.


• Provide logistical input during the preparation of programmatic contractual documents (i.e. SOWs, CIDS, CDRLs, SEMPs, etc).


• Support the Section Manager in estimating (bids and proposals), project planning and prioritization, budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and execution of Logistics Engineering Scope.

Qualifications Sought

• Bachelor Degree in engineering discipline, non engineering degrees will be considered with extensive military experience/education such as Master Gunner School.


• Army or Marine experience a plus.


• Extensive hands on experience in the operation and maintenance of ground combat vehicle.


• Operations and maintenance of ground combat vehicles (Abrams, Stryker, Bradley, LAV) during combat operations is a plus. Abrams, Bradley, or Stryker Master Gunner qualification is a plus.


• In-depth knowledge of the current vehicle design.


• Experience with Logistics Support Analysis (LSA)/ Supportability Analysis (SA), Basic Issue Items (BII), Component of End Items (COEI) and Additional Authorization List (AAL) items.


• Thorough working knowledge of US Army logistics support structure, policies, and procedures.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills required.


• Motivation to work independently with minimal supervision.


• Personal computer skills, familiarity with CAD.


• Must be able to obtain/hold a Secret Security clearance. Currently holding a clearance preferred.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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