F-35 Supply & Logistics Analyst / Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: F-35 Supply & Logistics Analyst / Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Location: Langley AFB, VA

Security Clearance: Secret

About Us

Paradigm Max Q is seeking a highly experienced F-35 Supply & Logistics Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support Air Combat Command (ACC/A4) supply chain performance, spares optimization, and material readiness. This role strengthens enterprise sustainment by forecasting demand, mitigating DMSMS and obsolescence risks , and aligning spares, warehousing, and material flow with operational readiness objectives.

The position requires a senior supply chain professional with deep understanding of aviation sustainment, depot and field-level logistics, and the ability to translate supply performance data into actionable recommendations that reduce aircraft downtime and protect fleet availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand and spares forecasts tied to modification schedules, component failure rates, and operational tempo.
• Establish and manage Deployment Spares Package (DSP) levels to support fleet readiness and modification execution.
• Identify Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) and obsolescence risks; develop mitigation strategies in coordination with the JPO, prime contractors, and suppliers.
• Support planning and execution of last-time buys to mitigate long-term sustainment risk.
• Optimize warehousing, distribution, and kitting strategies in support of modification events and retrofit activities.
• Reduce material lead times, queue times, and supply-driven delays impacting maintenance and modernization execution.
• Track and assess supplier performance metrics including Customer Wait Time (CWT), Awaiting Parts (AWP), and fill rates.
• Identify systemic supply shortages and performance degraders; escalate issues and recommend contract, sourcing, or process remedies.
• Develop and maintain supply chain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including MICAP hours, backorders, pipeline health, and readiness impacts.
• Build and maintain readiness impact reports translating supply performance into operational availability outcomes.
• Establish and manage the USAF DSP baseline; analyze DSP effectiveness and support periodic DSP refresh actions.
• Coordinate across ACC/A4, JPO logistics teams, DLA, depots, program offices, and operational units to maintain a single authoritative view of supply health.
• Develop senior leader products including briefings, issue papers, decision memoranda, and execution updates as required.

Deliverables

• Demand and spares forecasting products aligned to operational and modification schedules
• DMSMS risk assessments and mitigation plans, including last-time-buy recommendations
• Warehousing, kitting, and distribution optimization products
• Supply chain KPI dashboards and readiness impact reports
• USAF DSP baseline products and DSP effectiveness analyses
• Senior leader briefings, decision memoranda, and supply risk COA packages

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree (required)
• Master's degree (preferred)

Experience

• 10+ years supporting DoD aviation supply chain management, logistics, or sustainment operations
• Demonstrated experience working with MAJCOMs, program offices, depots, or equivalent enterprise-level organizations
• Experience developing spares forecasts, DSPs, and sustainment supply strategies
• Familiarity with DMSMS management, obsolescence mitigation, and supplier performance analysis
• Experience coordinating with DLA, prime contractors, and program logistics teams
• Proven ability to translate supply metrics into readiness and availability impacts

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Strong understanding of aviation supply chain drivers and sustainment logistics execution
• Ability to forecast demand and assess supply risk across multiple time horizons
• Experience analyzing MICAP, AWP, CWT, and backorder drivers
• Strong analytical skills with disciplined execution and attention to detail
• Ability to translate data into actionable senior leader decision support

Software & Tools

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Familiarity with supply chain management systems, logistics databases, and readiness reporting platforms
• Experience with data visualization and KPI dashboard tools preferred

Certifications (Preferred)

• DAU Life Cycle Logistics
• DAU Program Management
• DAU Supply Chain or Product Support certifications

Security Clearance

• Must be a U.S. citizen with an active Secret clearance (required)

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong executive-level written and verbal communication skills
• High credibility with senior leaders, logisticians, and sustainment stakeholders
• Ability to lead cross-functional supply chain coordination efforts
• Self-starter with strong accountability, suspense management, and execution discipline
• Comfortable operating in high-tempo, data-driven environments
• Solutions-oriented mindset focused on improving material availability and fleet readiness

Benefits Statement: Paradigm Max Q provides eligible employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability coverage; a 401(k)‑retirement plan; paid time off (PTO) for vacation; and company‑paid holidays. The benefits package also includes reimbursement for a Planet Fitness Black Card membership.

EEO Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.