Senior Logistics Engineering Specialist - Military Veterans

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Senior 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: 15046093

Date Posted: Oct 16, 2024

Description: About the Role

The Senior Logistics Engineering Specialist/Technical Lead serves as a team lead and technical focal point for all Logistics, Supportability, and Maintainability issues within the Logistics Engineering Design section, across all assigned programs and contracts. The Lead trains, guides, and assists all junior Logistics Engineers within the section, and is capable of representing the Logistics Engineering organization as the prime technical contact on all contracts and projects. When required the Technical Lead interfaces with external functional groups on significant technical matters that often require coordination between organizations. The Lead is responsible for all team-generated logistics technical input and design recommendations to ensure a balanced design and soldier centric focus. The Lead manages and reviews operator source data development to ensure contract deliverables are delivered on or ahead of schedule and on or below budget. The Lead is responsible for the team's 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 and guide teams of Logistics Engineers across several programs to develop contract deliverables within the budget and 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 and instruct the 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 required.


• Review and instruct the review of 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 and teach the development, maintenance and update of requirements database in accordance with GEIA-STD-0007 and MIL-STD-1388-2B. Experience with SlicWave or other LSAR software required.


• Translate engineering & 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 and teach the assessment of 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.


• Army or Marine military experience highly desirable.


• Extensive hands on experience in the operation and maintenance of ground combat vehicles highly desirable.


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


• Experience conducting Logistics Support Analysis (LSA)/ Supportability Analysis (SA), to include Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM).


• Demonstrated knowledge of Special tools and test equipment (STTE), Basic Issue Items (BII), Component of End Items (COEI) and Additional Authorization List (AAL) items.


• Experience writing technical manual tasks required.


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


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


• Team Leadership experience.


• Motivation to work independently with minimal supervision.


• Personal computer skills, familiarity with CAD.


• Must be able to work overtime periodically as required, including weekends and holidays as schedule dictates.


• Must be a US Citizen.


• Must be able to travel as required.


• Must be able to qualify for a secret clearance.

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 Senior Logistics Engineering Specialist/Technical Lead serves as a team lead and technical focal point for all Logistics, Supportability, and Maintainability issues within the Logistics Engineering Design section, across all assigned programs and contracts. The Lead trains, guides, and assists all junior Logistics Engineers within the section, and is capable of representing the Logistics Engineering organization as the prime technical contact on all contracts and projects. When required the Technical Lead interfaces with external functional groups on significant technical matters that often require coordination between organizations. The Lead is responsible for all team-generated logistics technical input and design recommendations to ensure a balanced design and soldier centric focus. The Lead manages and reviews operator source data development to ensure contract deliverables are delivered on or ahead of schedule and on or below budget. The Lead is responsible for the team's 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 and guide teams of Logistics Engineers across several programs to develop contract deliverables within the budget and 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 and instruct the 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 required.


• Review and instruct the review of 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 and teach the development, maintenance and update of requirements database in accordance with GEIA-STD-0007 and MIL-STD-1388-2B. Experience with SlicWave or other LSAR software required.


• Translate engineering & 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 and teach the assessment of 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.


• Army or Marine military experience highly desirable.


• Extensive hands on experience in the operation and maintenance of ground combat vehicles highly desirable.


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


• Experience conducting Logistics Support Analysis (LSA)/ Supportability Analysis (SA), to include Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM).


• Demonstrated knowledge of Special tools and test equipment (STTE), Basic Issue Items (BII), Component of End Items (COEI) and Additional Authorization List (AAL) items.


• Experience writing technical manual tasks required.


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


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


• Team Leadership experience.


• Motivation to work independently with minimal supervision.


• Personal computer skills, familiarity with CAD.


• Must be able to work overtime periodically as required, including weekends and holidays as schedule dictates.


• Must be a US Citizen.


• Must be able to travel as required.


• Must be able to qualify for a secret clearance.

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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