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Reference #: 85347-360876

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market. Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, jet-powered Unmanned Aerial Systems (Targets and Tactical). As a mid-tier defense contractor, we've demonstrated agility and innovation in providing aircraft to the US military and global allies and partners. Our track record of delivering top-notch jet-powered subscale targets has established us as a go-to defense contractor capable of delivering capabilities at an affordable price. At KUAS, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of unmanned technology within the defense industry today!

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Provides integrated logistics support (ILS) for aerial target systems. Interfaces with Program Management and key customers with respect to Depot Level Source of Repair, supply support, support equipment, test equipment, facilities, packaging, handling, storage, transportation, and contract data requirement list (CDRL) generation and delivery. Overall goal of the individual is to ensure the system is affordable (lowest life cycle cost), operable, supported, and sustained through proactive execution of assigned duties.

The duties and responsibilities listed below apply to all levels of Logistics Specialist. Each higher level of Logistics Specialist has additional duties and responsibilities listed.

• Supports development / update of training plans for new/existing platforms.
• Supports development / update of Technical Manuals / Technical Orders for new/existing platforms.
• Provides recommendations to Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) activities to ensure Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) activities are properly incorporated.
• Supports implementation of approved ECP CLS activities.
• Supports implementation of initial subcontractor repair contracts as required.
• Supports CLS Time and Material CLINs (e.g., out-of-warranty repair) as required.
• Generates program related correspondence and briefing material.
• Supports CDRL development and submittal.
• Possesses a demonstrated working knowledge of computer-based tools in the development of ILS documentation. (i.e. GOLD and SLIC)
• Supports program reviews and meetings.
• Fosters ethical conduct, practices, and personal integrity throughout KUAS to ensure KUASis ability to attract and retain customers in a highly competitive environment.
• Interacts with intra-organizational personnel concerning matters of significance to KUAS.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Supports Contractor-Inventory Control Point (C-ICP), Contractor Supported Weapon System, and Department of Defense Air Logistics Center(s) item management functions.
• The Logistics Specialist III may be responsible for managing a portion of program budget.
• Accurately charges time spent on jobs.
• Timely completion of all Kratos/KUAS compliance training and any functional training identified by the Logistics Functional Manager.
• Other duties may be assigned to all levels.
• Coordinates with Contracts Administration, Planning, Material Control, and Quality Engineering to verify Sales Orders are processed and executed.
• Assist Shipping and Receiving department in packaging of parts and material for shipment.
• Coordinates with Quality Engineering to arrange DCMA approval.
• Performs all systematic computer transactions as required by Contract, such as Gold Movements, DCMA Transit movements, and ERP transactions.
• Coordinates with Finance to ensure that Wide Area Workflow transactions are performed.
• Supports CLS Time and Material CLINs (e.g., out-of-warranty repair) as required.
• Generates program related correspondence and briefing material.
• Supports CDRL development and submittal.
• Supports program reviews and meetings.
• Interacts with intra-organizational personnel concerning matters of significance to KUAS.
• Travels to forward logistics locations to provide guidance and support.
• Travels to new customer locations to support training or fielding as required.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Supports Contractor-Inventory Control Point (C-ICP), Contractor Supported Weapon System, and Department of Defense Air Logistics Center(s) item management functions.
• Works closely with wholesale warehouse personnel and processes and personnel assigned to forward logistics locations.
• Provides guidance for development of repair contract purchase orders.
• Supports the CLS warehouse manager and item manager with inventory, shipping and receiving operations.
• Provides inventory management functions in the CLS warehouse.
• Supports acquisition programs with shipping and receiving assistance.
• Supports the warehouse manager and item managers with tracking and resolving in-house repair part tracking.
• Properly marking and managing Government Furnished Equipment (GFE).
• Coordinating Manufacturing and Quality Engineering evaluations.
• Works with Pricing Analysts to obtain GRMA repair estimates.
• Works with Program Management to review repairs and obtain repair authorization.
• Coordinates Manufacturing and Quality Engineering to develop repair instructions on items returned from the customer. (Both in warranty and out of warranty repairs).
• Tracks incoming returned (RMA) items from the customer and ensures items are moving through evaluation, pricing, and approval process.
• Coordinates with Shipping and Receiving to ensure that products are shipped.

Logistics Specialist II

Conducts supportability analysis to include development, analysis, and review of Life Cycle Support documentation.

Analyzes life-cycle maintenance and support requirements for all levels of maintenance.

Reviews field support requirements, identifies shortfalls, and recommends solutions.

Participates in provisioning analysis for development of initial spares and follow-on spares quantity recommendations for new/existing platforms.

Develops performance metrics and support efforts involving one or more of the following disciplines: Maintenance Tasks, Provisioning, Technical Documentation and Supply Chain Management.

Supports the Fielded Logistics Support Representative at the Sacramento location.