Principal Logistics Coordinator (Flight Test)

This role is responsible for architecting and leading a professional, auditable, and scalable logistics and inventory management capability for flight test operations. The Logistics Coordinator will design and implement centralized inventory systems, manage equipment allocation across concurrent programs, oversee procurement and replenishment, and manage fleet and ground support equipment. They will also coordinate interstate equipment movements and ensure compliance with regulations, while establishing KPIs and driving continuous improvement. The role supports multiple programs across geographically separated sites, ensuring equipment is tracked, maintained, transported, and available on time.

Responsibilities

• · Design and implement a centralized inventory management system for flight test and engineering assets
• · Establish sign-in/sign-out procedures with clear accountability and traceability
• · Track equipment ownership, custody, duration of use, and program allocation
• · Develop serialized asset control for tools, avionics, test equipment, support equipment, and vehicles
• · Develop training materials and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for inventory control
• · Forecast equipment demand across concurrent programs based on flight test schedules
• · Deconflict asset usage between teams
• · Establish planning cadence to ensure test equipment and vehicles are staged in advance of need
• · Coordinate logistics readiness reviews prior to deployments
• · Execute equipment purchases using established procurement processes
• · Maintain approved vendor lists and long-lead item tracking
• · Monitor inventory thresholds and trigger reorders proactively
• · Ensure cost efficiency and lifecycle planning of major assets
• · Develop and enforce prior-to-use inspections, weekly inspections, and preventive maintenance schedules for:
• · Manage vehicle documentation, maintenance logs, and regulatory compliance
• · Coordinate repairs and downtime mitigation
• · Manage logistics movements across the USA and OCONUS, and other operating locations
• · Ensure proper paperwork, labeling, and HAZMAT compliance
• · Coordinate shipment tracking and chain-of-custody documentation
• · Communicate shipment status to program leadership
• · Guarantee equipment arrives in-place and mission-ready on schedule
• · Establish KPIs for logistics performance (on-time delivery, asset availability, loss rates, maintenance compliance)
• · Conduct audits and implement corrective actions
• · Develop scalable systems to support company growth

Requirements

• · Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or related field (experience in aerospace or defense preferred)
• · 5–8+ years of logistics or asset management experience in high-reliability environments
• · Familiarity with HAZMAT shipping regulations and interstate transport compliance
• · Strong organizational leadership and cross-team coordination skills
• · Experience with ERP, inventory software, or asset management systems
• · Ability to operate in fast-paced flight test or operational environments
• · Ability to travel up to 50%

Nice to have

• · Experience building inventory systems from scratch preferred
• · Experience in aerospace, defense, or flight test operations
• · Experience managing distributed assets across multiple sites
• · Familiarity with FAA, DOT, and shipping regulations
• · Lean / Six Sigma or operational excellence background

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
• 401k with company-match
• 3 weeks of paid time off each year
• 40 hours of sick time
• 12 annual company holidays
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.