Principal Logistics Engineer Job Listing at Leonardo DRS in Bridgeton, MO (Job ID 1273432900)

Description

Job ID: 111815 

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 4 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.  

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a Logistics Engineer level IV for our Bridgeton, MO facility who is experienced in DoD Acquisition Logistics with focus on sustainment, maintenance and improving operational availability of systems.  This position is responsible for supporting the development of Logistics Product Support Analysis (PSA) maintenance planning, sustainment strategies and completing support documentation activity on time and budget.  This position also researches, collects, and reports information on the ability and capacity of company products and supplier commercial off the shelf (COTS) equipment.  The Principal Logistics Engineer provides Logistics insight during the design and development of equipment and systems, and redesign of existing systems to fulfill the stated and anticipated needs of customers.  They will also support the engineering team during design and development and must analyze, document and support testing of products, systems, subsystems and supporting documentation. 

The ideal candidate must possess the ability to initiate and complete a logistics project independently.  Logistics support considerations must include but are not limited to obsolescence analysis, technology insertion, upgrades, repair, and overhaul of legacy systems, subsystems, and components.  Efforts required to anticipate and meet these continual customer needs will cover analysis, data collection, LSA file design and technology insertion, prototyping, maintenance, fabrication, repair, and testing.
 

• Compile data on standardization and interchangeability of parts to expedite logistic activities
• Participate in development, review and revision of Technical Publications and Training material
• Review customer specifications and requirements, analyze and evaluate product design, develop logistics plans and concepts to best support reliability and maintainability contract requirements
• Prepare, review and revise Logistics contract deliverables to U.S. government or contractor customer specifications
• Provide detailed Logistics expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel during design reviews and throughout the design development process
• Perform as technical Subject Matter Expert for DRS products during testing of products, systems or subsystems.
• Provide expert on-site support during customer planning, guidance and review meetings
• Work closely with Integrated Logistics Support Manager (ILSM) to develop project cost and schedule and execute to plan
• Assist the ILSM to specify and evaluate supplier services, products, subsystems and components
• Resolves logistics problems when they occur and advocates solutions to prevent recurrence 
• Communicate clearly and with impact, both in writing and orally, with Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing
• Maintain intense customer focus, effective customer dialog and clearly evaluate and express customer requirements to the other DRS functional groups
• Mentor and coach subordinate or less experienced Logistics Engineers, provide logistics impact advice to all members of the product team, and help them assess the impact of logistics related decisions
• Mentor (formally and ad hoc) and coach for other engineers within the logistics group as well as system and design engineers
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and development of the organization
   

• Bachelor's Degree in the technical or engineering field with a minimum of 8 years of experience in a logistics engineering discipline
• Mastery of Integrated Logistics Elements and intimate knowledge of customer applications such as PowerLog J or SLICWave or similar databases supporting Logistics product development
• Proven experience and expertise in preparing Product Support Analysis (PSA) data in accordance with Mil Std 1388-2a and 2b, and GEIA-STD-0007
• Ability to read, interpret and analyze engineering drawings, schematics, flow diagrams, bills of materials and specification sheets for electrical and mechanical equipment
• Must possess technical expertise in analyzing and maintaining complex electronic, mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Must be able to develop support documentation e.g. Maintenance Task Analysis, and Repair Level Analysis, SM&R codes, that provides overall mission support for the total product lifecycle
• Able to travel up to 20% of the time

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

The expected pay scale for this position is $85,600.00/year - $122,408.00/year for the state of Illinois. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, Leonardo DRS considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate's relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LSY