Aviation Supply Specialist

Overview

This position is responsible for handling aviation supply activities in support of OPM SANG. The role focuses on ensuring that procurement, storage, movement, and upkeep of aviation-related materials run smoothly so the battalion’s aviation assets remain ready for mission use.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage warehouse upkeep, inventory cycles, and stock control for aviation materials.
• Carry out supply support activity and depot-level tasks such as receiving, issuing, turning in, retrograde processing, inventory counts, stock reconciliation, and warehouse operations.
• Apply COSIS practices and maintain accountability for supplies.
• Recognize product nonconformity and airworthiness issues, and ensure affected items are properly isolated and documented.
• Track shelf life and expiration dates to prevent unusable stock from remaining in circulation.
• Oversee aviation supply chain activities from procurement through storage and final distribution.
• Work with logistics teams to improve supply chain efficiency.
• Keep inventory records accurate and current for supplies, spare parts, and equipment.
• Perform routine audits and resolve stock differences quickly.
• Coordinate with procurement staff to source required aviation supplies, parts, and materials.
• Follow aviation procurement rules and stay within budget limits.
• Create and carry out distribution methods suited to aviation supply delivery needs.
• Partner with aviation logistics and transport teams to fine-tune delivery timing.
• Use quality control checks to confirm that incoming aviation supplies meet required standards.
• Monitor quality-related problems and take action when issues arise.
• Support budget planning and expense tracking for aviation supply operations.
• Look for cost-saving options without affecting operational readiness.
• Perform other related duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma is required.
• An associate degree or above is preferred, especially for potential Saudi Arabia QVP qualification.
• Working knowledge of DOD logistics procedures, regulations, and directives, including IMRL and ALMMS as they apply to organizational and intermediate maintenance levels.
• At least 4 years of experience in a DOD aviation/material control environment.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and U.S. passport are required.
• Must meet deployment and employment screening requirements, including medical checks, drug screening, background verification, and similar assessments.
• Driver’s license must have at least 1 year of remaining validity and the candidate must be able to operate a standard transmission vehicle.
• U.S. passport must have at least 6 months of remaining validity.
• DD214 is required for candidates relying on military experience.

Additional Information

The employer emphasizes equal opportunity hiring and inclusion, with protection for veterans and people with disabilities. The organization values fairness, respect, dignity, integrity, responsibility, and the benefits of a diverse workforce.