Logistics Specialist II

Full-time Contract Position – Vandalia, OH

Our Client delivers customer-focused operations and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. Through leading-edge technologies and transformative solutions, it has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and one of America’s fastest-growing corporations. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) team also provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection, and security solutions worldwide. #InnovatingBeyondLimits

The Company

Our Client’s mission is to stay ahead of the curve, developing solutions today to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. With over 60 years of leadership, they have driven transformative change in the aerospace and defense industry. Their innovative solutions provide connected protection through advanced command, control, and communications platforms, along with capabilities in ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and more, ensuring national security across multiple domains. Dedicated to expanding the industrial base and delivering open architecture platforms, our client plays a crucial role in fostering competition, providing value, and accelerating innovation. Their ability to scale and commitment to open architecture set them apart in driving industry progress.

The Position

The Logistics Specialist II supports aviation operations by coordinating and documenting the movement, storage, and allocation of spares, tools, test equipment, and materials. This role ensures accurate inventory tracking and regulatory compliance across domestic and international shipping activities, including hazardous materials handling and import/export requirements. The specialist maintains detailed logistics records, manages inventory databases, and supports efficient supply chain operations within a safety-sensitive aerospace environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain logistics documentation for spares, tools, test equipment, materials, and manuals
Route, document, and coordinate domestic and international shipments
Ensure compliance with state, federal, global import/export, and hazardous materials regulations
Track and allocate inventory, parts, and materials within storage facilities
Maintain accurate records of equipment, components, repair parts, and technical manuals
Coordinate shipping activities using carrier databases (e.g., FedEx, DHL, UPS)
Inspect, handle, and transport hazardous or controlled materials as required
Support aviation-related logistics operations in a safety-sensitive environment
Operate or supervise vehicles, forklifts, or other equipment as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

No immediate direct reports

Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 2 or more years of relevant experience
A higher level degree may substitute for experience
Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
Basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills
Basic understanding of Inventory and Supply Chain/Logistics principles and techniques
Experience with inventory databases

Preferred Experience

Familiarity with AvPro or similar aviation maintenance tracking systems
HazMat Training/Certification
Ability to operate a Forklift Experience with shipping databases, such as FedEx, DHL, UPS
Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and clean driving record
Understanding of Shelf Life
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

Work Environment

On-site position located in Vandalia, Ohio
This is a 6-month contract

Compensation

Position offers an hourly W2 Rate between $15 - $20, with additional benefits

Requirements

Because this client is a Federal Government Contractor performing services for the DoD, US Air Force, NASA and others, they do require US, Non-Dual Citizenship

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None required

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.