What are the responsibilities and job description for the FLIGHT OPERATIONS DEPLOYMENT LOGISTICS SPECIA position at Platform Aerospace?
JOB TITLE: Flight Operations Deployment Logistics Specialist
DEPARTMENT: Flight Operations
REPORTS TO: Deployment Logistics Manager
CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time
CLEARANCE: Ability to Obtain and Maintain a Secret Security Clearance
LOCATION: Blackstone, VA
The Deployment Logistics Specialist coordinates logistics support for deployed flight operations sites, ensuring operational readiness through effective inventory management, asset accountability, equipment movement, and resupply planning. This role serves as the primary logistics point of contact for assigned sites and works closely with Flight Operations, Maintenance, Program Management, and customer representatives to support mission success through deployment planning, field logistics coordination, and operational sustainment.
Duties and Responsibilities- Support the activation, sustainment, and logistics readiness of assigned deployed flight operations locations.
- Coordinate the shipment, receipt, staging, tracking, and accountability of equipment, tools, materials, and supplies required to support deployed operations.
- Assist with site setup activities to ensure logistics readiness prior to operational start.
- Serve as the primary logistics coordinator for one or more assigned operational sites.
- Maintain visibility of inventory levels, support equipment status, and logistics requirements at assigned locations.
- Monitor inventory utilization, consumption trends, and stock levels to ensure continuous operational support.
- Forecast replenishment requirements and coordinate resupply actions to prevent operational disruptions.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and asset accountability within approved logistics systems.
- Track equipment movement and delivery status to ensure timely arrival of mission-critical assets.
- Coordinate domestic and international shipments supporting deployed flight operations.
- Support customs, import/export, and hazardous material documentation activities as required.
- Coordinate logistics activities with Program Managers, Site Leads, Maintenance personnel, Flight Operations staff, and customer representatives.
- Travel to deployment locations for extended periods to support site activation, inventory audits, customer deliveries, and logistics operations.
- Conduct periodic site visits to validate inventory accountability, operational readiness, and logistics processes.
- Support operational requirements by performing duties as a UAS Maintainer when needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned and/or required.
- High school diploma or GED and 2-5 years of experience in inventory management, supply chain, logistics, aviation operations support, or a related field.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
- Proficiency with logistics databases and Microsoft Excel.
- Working knowledge of supply chain management, inventory control, and logistics planning principles.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally for extended periods in support of deployed operations.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. passport.
- Ability to support short-notice deployments and operational requirements.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
- Experience supporting remote, expeditionary, military, aviation, or deployed operations.
- Experience coordinating international shipments and customs documentation.
- Experience with Veyron (formerly FlightDocs) or similar logistics and inventory management systems.
- Experience supporting Program Managers and customer-facing operational activities.
- Familiarity with logistics readiness reporting and inventory forecasting methodologies.
- Experience supporting UAS, aerospace, or defense operations.
- Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including:
- Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and kneeling.
- Ability to distinguish differences in wire and indicator light colors.
- Operation of hand and power tools.
- Lifting, carrying, and/or moving tools, equipment, and components weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Working in confined spaces and around aircraft.
- Ascending and descending ladders or stairs as required.
Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education and training, job-related knowledge and skills, the scope and level of responsibility of the position, internal equity, and market/business considerations. The listed range is a general guideline and may vary based on the selected candidate's qualifications and work location, where applicable.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.