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Logistics Management Specialist

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
ATO/Technical Operations/FAA Logistics Center, Navigations & Weather Product Group, AJW-L700

Summary

Serves as Logistics Management Specialist performing multiple and varying logistics assignments under the limited direction of the manager or more experienced professional. Acts as Subject Matter Expert on teams for assigned projects/programs and serves in leadership roles.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted this week · Apply by 07/06/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 6, 2026
Location
3 vacancies in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—Situational telework may be permitted in accordance with agency policy.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$75,279 - $116,689 per year

Salary includes locality payment of 17.06%.

Pay scale & grade
FV H
Promotion potential
NA
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
25% or less - The job may require up to 25% travel.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
Yes - This position is represented by AFGE 2282: Aero Center Consolidated.
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Other
Announcement number
AAC-ATO-26-AJWL700-99172
Control number
873689600

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to current permanent FAA Employees within ATO Line of Business.

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Duties

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Applies experience and advanced knowledge applicable to forecasting, monitoring, analyzing, coordinating and controlling assigned inventory items required to effectively and efficiently maintain NAS operations. Assignments may require knowledge and experience working across functional and/or organizational lines.

Typical assignments may include: tracking and analyzing data to ensure compliance with policies/procedures; providing training/ guidance to less-experienced professionals in day-to-day operations; identifying, analyzing, and recommending solutions for complex/ difficult problems; recommending improvements to systems/processes; monitoring support effectiveness and resolving problems utilizing appropriate regulations/procedures; identifying and initiating alternate supply support methods consistent with program plans/ policies; monitoring cost and pricing information and making adjustments to financial data in accordance with policies/procedures; managing financial records to support organizational objective, compiling financial information for budgeting purposes; performing cost and economic analysis as needed; preparing complex and high value contract bid packages by generating demand rate historical information, failure rates, or other support requirements; submitting complete contract packages for award which includes assisting in the preparation of Statements of Work (SOW) and Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE); participating in complex contract negotiations and maintaining contract milestones. Serves as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for contracts.

Demonstrates considerable independence in planning time, and assists a manager, project/program manager, team leader to plan and use assigned resources to accomplish projects/programs/activities. May identify and request additional resources, as needed.

Contacts are typically internal and external, with regular contacts among major subdivisions and LOBs/SOs, with customers, and with other external parties to share information about FAA and to explain the application of policies and procedures.

Established policies/procedures provide guidance for most assignments, but allow considerable discretion to select the most appropriate approach or to recommend new approaches. Assignments often require a review of policies and precedents, under the limited guidance of a manager or other employee.

Resolves most problems and work issues without the assistance of a manager or more experienced professional. Refers problems to managers and more experienced professionals that require their attention. May assist in developing and recommending solutions.

Work is reviewed periodically, typically at major milestones and at completion, for policy compliance and alignment with the requirements of the project or other work activity.

Work activities typically support and may be vital to the success of projects and/or activities for one or more organizational units, major subdivisions, and/or LOB/SOs. In some specialties, the work may affect internal and external customers.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
  • A one year probationary period my be required.
  • Successful completion of security investigation may be required.
  • Please review Required Documents & Additional Information.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position at the FV-H (FG/GS-12) level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-G, (FG/GS 10-11) level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. 

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE includes: analyzing and evaluating documents, reports, and data from logistics and inventory management systems supporting the National Airspace System (NAS); conducting analyses of logistics support functions, supply operations, and workflow processes; and evaluating cost, pricing, and material availability impacts on inventory and mission support requirements. Experience includes adjusting plans and schedules to meet NAS operational requirements, determining logistics support needs for maintenance and repair activities, and ensuring timely availability of parts, equipment, and materials in support of critical NAS operations.

Demonstrated knowledge of inventory management principles, supply support procedures, acquisition policies, and financial procedures necessary to maintain inventory accountability, support procurement activities, meet delivery schedules, and sustain uninterrupted logistics support for NAS equipment and systems. Experience may also include coordinating with vendors and internal stakeholders and supporting maintenance-related acquisition requirements.

Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcement. 

Education

Refer to Qualification section

Information Regarding KSAs: 

As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA. 

In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate. 

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and Selective Factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Quality Ranking Factor (QRF), if applicable, and the KSAs listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration. 



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Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.

Additional information

We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.

The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements

Notes

1. Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement.

2. Some, none or all applicants may be interviewed.

3. Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.

4. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits

5. Additional information regarding living in Oklahoma can be found at www.abetterlifeokc.com.

6. To confirm receipt of documents, please contact Jaedin Hypes at Kuba.J.Hypes@faa.gov

Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.



IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.

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Agency contact information

Kuba Hypes
Phone
1 (405) 954-4517
Email
Kuba.J.Hypes@faa.gov
Address
Federal Aviation Administration
AAC Regional HR Services Branch
6500 S. Macarthur Blvd, HQ Room 155
AHF-S210
Oklahoma City, OK 73169
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