Logistics Acquisition Specialist

Overview

LOGISTICS ACQUISITIONS SPECIALIST (SAMD):

At Bowhead, our employees have incredible opportunitiesto work with exciting military applications and equipment in a collaborative and friendly team-first environment. Bowhead is looking for a Logistics Acquisitions Specialistfor Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases involving one or more countries in support of the Security Assistance Management Directorate (SAMD). As a Logistics Management Specialist you’ll be making a difference in global security assistance by boosting interoperability with foreign partners and support the warfighter in a meaningful way. A successful candidate works well in a fast-paced environment and enjoys the opportunity to manage your own workload independently.

Responsibilities

The Logistics Acquisitions Specialist will be responsible for logistics and acquisition type duties related to FMS cases from cradle to gravefrom initial request of equipment through planning for long-term program life-cycle sustainment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Organizing research of foreign government requirements.

• Preparing Letters of Acceptance (LOA), identifying material, services, and shipping requirements, and estimating system life cycle costs.

• Conducting technical reviews and analysis for Letters of Request (LOR).

• Organizing the research of foreign government requirements.

• Calculating manpower for FMS cases.

• Developing unique FMS case notes.

• Coordinating total package advanced planning for weapon systems and ensuring that Total Package Approach (TPA) sheets are accurate and are utilized in the case development process.

• Vetting release of FMS country-requested equipment in accordance with technology security and transfer requirements, export controls, disclosure of classified and controlled unclassified information, and system-specific release requirements for sensitive technologies frequently requested by foreign partners.

• Receiving, processing and tracking requisitions.

• Forecasting congressional notifications.

• Developing and implementing logistics program activities including, support for purchases, transfer, and leases of weapon systems, and technical documentation.

• Coordinating efforts of subcontractors and field service personnel, resolving logistics problems and compiling data on standardization and interchangeability of parts to expedite logistic activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (preferred)

• 5 to 8+ years of relevant experience.

• Experience resolving highly sensitive and complex problems.

• Ability to prepare and brief senior management.

• Effective communication with a wide range of groups including internal and external customers and high ranking government officials

• Highly organized with the ability to see both the details and the big picture.

• Experience working in different types of database systems.

• Quality customer service experience; meet customers needs with a dedicated attitude that ensures mission success.

• Familiarity with various C5ISR (Command, Control, Computers, Communications, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) Systems equipment, such as radios, Night Vision Devices (NVDs), IT equipment, etc. a plus.

• Military experience (is a plus)

• This position requires travel, including OCONUS.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

Physical Demands: Office Environment - - The environmental conditions consist of computer stations and desks with adequate and adjustable lighting. Chairs are designed to fit the various individuals and the tasks being performed. Ergonomic evaluations are completed as needed, to provide up to date modifications to all work stations.

The pay scale for this position is between $90,000 - $110,000.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status EOE/D/V. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and subject to other state and federal requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters here .

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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ID 2026-26128

Category Logistics & Transportation

Location : Location US-MD-Aberdeen

Min USD $90,000.00/Yr.

Max USD $110,000.00/Yr.

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret

Minimum Clearance Required Secret

Travel Requirement Less than 10%