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Lead Logistician - Surface Ship Maintenance, Modernization and Sustainment Program

Noblis
Noblis Salary
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/20/2026
Responsibilities

We are seeking a Senior Logistician to lead a professional support services contract team in support of the Surface Ship Maintenance, Modernization and Sustainment (SEA 21) Directorate within the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) headquarters at the Washington Navy Yard. You will be responsible for enabling the successful execution of a five-year task order supporting the Navy's surface fleet maintenance and modernization efforts, ensuring our team delivers high-quality, compliant support to critical naval operations. This key Logistics Functional Lead position plays a vital role in the management and execution of readiness and sustainment initiatives for the Navy’s surface fleet, and supports the SEA 21 mission of integrating maintenance strategies, modernization plans, training needs, and technical, logistics, and programmatic efforts to manage the lifecycle of U.S. and partner Navy surface ships and systems from fleet introduction through transfer or disposal.

As Logistics Functional Lead, you will be responsible leading and mentoring a team of geographically dispersed logisticians across multiple locations including Washington DC, San Diego, Norfolk, Mayport, and international sites as part of the overall contract task of coordinating, communicating, and integrating maintenance, modernization, and sustainment performance information in support of the Navy’s Surface Warfare Enterprise. This position requires a strong background in DoD/DoW logistics systems and processes with demonstrated competency in Navy logistics systems.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the Logistics Functional Lead for SEA 21 programs, providing subject matter expertise and guidance on logistics support strategies
  • Develop and implement technical project management tools, plans, schedules, and compliance matrices
  • Direct team activities, establish task priorities, and ensure resource availability for logistics operations
  • Manage logistical aspects of product life cycles, including coordinating provisioning and minimizing obsolescence
  • Assess design alternatives and change proposals for material and sustainment impacts
  • Develop logistics metrics, internal analysis tools, and key performance indicators
  • Evaluate effectiveness of logistical processes and systems
  • Train and develop junior and mid-level Logisticians
  • Coordinate with NAVSUP, TYCOMs, and commercial vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in any field
  • Minimum of 12 years of professional experience in training/developing logisticians, managing logistics and maintenance resources, analyzing logistics data, supervising teams, and working with DoD/DoW logistics systems
  • Defense Acquisition University (DAU) Life Cycle Logistics Advanced Certification (also referred to as DAU Lifecycle Logistics III, DAWIA Life Cycle Logistics Level III, DAU Lifecycle Logistics Level 3, etc.)
  • Familiarity with Navy information systems and tools such as HIS Haystack, Model Based Product Support (MBPS), Navy Data Environment (NDE), Material Readiness Database (MRDB), Regional Maintenance and Modernization Coordination Office (RMMCO), Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS), and NAVAIR Deckplate
  • Experience engaging with external organization such as NAVSUP, Type Commanders (TYCOMs), and commercial vendors
  • Demonstrated competency in DoD/DoW logistics systems
  • Demonstrated supervisory skills - One year as a team lead or manager
  • Demonstrated experience in training and developing Logisticians
  • Active Secret security clearance and US citizenship required

Desired Qualifications

  • Master's degree in any field
  • 15 years professional experience in logistics processes within the operational, acquisition and wholesale environments, including experience supporting DoD/DoW components
  • Professional certification in logistics or supply chain management
  • Experience with Navy maintenance and modernization logistics processes
  • Familiarity with Navy information systems such as SMDII, NDE, and ERP
  • Previous experience supporting professional services contracts for Navy customers

Overview

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $95,500.00 - USD $149,200.00 /Yr.

Salary : $95,500 - $149,200

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