Senior Logistician

Job description

Purpose and Impact: Are you interested in using your skills to help shape the Cyber, Security, & Intel space? If so, look no further. Amentum is seeking a Senior Logistician to join our team of passionate individuals in Ft. Meade, MD. In this role you will support challenging, mission-critical projects that make a direct impact on the Nation’s security and intelligence mission. In support of DISA, the Intel and Cyber Division is expanding a proven team of highly skilled engineers and architects to support a program that provides critical IT capabilities to the Department of Defense. This team is committed to engineering, assembling, integrating, deploying, and sustaining an innovative IT enterprise solution. The team is mission-focused, customer-oriented, process-driven, and solutions-focused. We are seeking candidates who are critical thinkers, possess a strong work ethic, and can thrive both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment supporting a critical and rewarding mission. Successful candidates are detail-oriented while also capable of thinking strategically and responding quickly to emerging challenges and unique problem sets. To excel in this role, you must be adaptable, eager to learn, and capable of rapidly mastering both the front-end and back-end aspects of new products, systems, and processes. As the team continues to grow, we are looking for individuals who can apply disciplined methodologies, embrace innovation, and develop creative solutions that support the adoption of emerging technologies. These efforts will help drive transformative changes and create new opportunities for mission success. Work Schedule: 8 Hours per day, Monday through Friday - The selected candidate must be able to work a standard 40-hour work week, and be willing to work overtime during critical peak periods, including accommodating short-notice overtime requests when necessary. This role also requires the ability to travel up to 10% of the time during business hours, with occasional multi-day travel outside the Washington Metropolitan Area as mission and business needs dictate. Essential Responsibilities: The Senior Logistician serves as a logistics subject matter expert, coordinating closely with personnel across multiple functional areas to support mission requirements. Responsibilities include overseeing equipment deliveries and property transfers between government organizations, providing recommendations on logistics best practices, and developing process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. Additionally, the Logistician acts as a central point of coordination for ongoing operations, ensuring the timely fulfillment of equipment and service requests to meet customer needs and project schedules. Success in this role requires close collaboration with project managers, functional leads, and project stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of assigned tasks and the successful delivery of mission-critical support. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: This position operates in a fast-paced professional environment that requires frequent interaction with government personnel, contractors, and customers in both office and warehouse settings. The role may involve local and occasional regional travel to support inventory activities, equipment deliveries, property transfers, and customer engagements. Physical demands include the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, use standard office equipment, and occasionally lift, carry, or move equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds. The position also requires the ability to conduct physical inventories, inspect equipment, and navigate storage facilities and work sites. Mentally, the role demands strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet competing deadlines, and adapt quickly to changing mission requirements. Successful performance requires attention to detail, sound judgment, effective communication, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, mission focused environment. Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities): Associate’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in logistics, property accountability, inventory management, supply chain operations, or a related discipline. Knowledge of government property management principles, practices, and accountability requirements. Experience processing and maintaining property accountability documentation, including DD Forms 1149, 1150, 1348, and other relevant logistics records. Familiarity with inventory management systems, asset tracking tools, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Ability to conduct physical inventories, reconcile records, and maintain accurate asset accountability. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with customers, government personnel, contractors, and stakeholders at all levels. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize competing requirements, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in documentation, reporting, and property management activities. Ability to adapt quickly to changing mission requirements, learn new systems and processes, and support evolving operational needs. Ability to obtain and maintain any required government security clearance. Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the National Capital Region (NCR) and other locations as required. Ability to lift and carry equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds and perform physical inventory activities in office, storage, and warehouse environments. Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI Minimum Education: High School Diploma/Associate’s Degree Minimum Years of Experience: 10 years of relevant experience Required Certifications: Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record. Preferred Qualifications: Certified Professional Property Specialist (CPPS) – National Property Management Association (NPMA). Certified Professional Property Administrator (CPPA) – NPMA. Certified Professional Property Manager (CPPM) – NPMA. Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) – APICS/ASCM. Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) – APICS/ASCM. Project Management Professional (PMP) – PMI. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher. Certified Professional Logistician (CPL) – International Society of Logistics (SOLE). #javelin This position is designated as a safety sensitive position. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government. Other Responsibilities: Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Compensation Details: $120,000 - $145,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 10/13/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .