Logistics Planner

Overview

The Nakupuna Companies are a Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned family of companies comprising large and 8(a) small businesses. Our mission is to create and implement elegant solutions to the government's most challenging problems while increasing economic opportunities for the Native Hawaiian community. Over the past 10 years, Nakupuna has become a leader among NHOs and through our successes, the Nakupuna Foundation has given over $15MM to the Native Hawaiian community.

Nakupuna Consulting is seeking a Logistics Planner to support Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) via Air Combat Command (ACC) in Hampton Roads, VA. The Logistics Planner will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in aviation logistics, supply, and sustainment planning. This role supports the development, coordination, and execution of logistics programs that enhance operational effectiveness and readiness across multiple facets of aviation operations. The position requires strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, as well as an in-depth understanding of Air Force logistics systems and processes.

Responsibilities

The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Provide logistics subject matter expertise in support of PACAF through ACC, ensuring aviation logistics , maintenance, and supply functions align with operational requirements.
• Support logistics planning efforts across the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC), assisting in the development of logistics plans, concepts, and sustainment strategies for exercises and contingency operations.
• Coordinate pre-deployment planning for the provision of maintenance personnel, facilities, support equipment, materiel, and services necessary for mission execution.
• Develop and maintain logistics staff estimates, including assessments of logistics capabilities, constraints, and requirements within the assigned area of operations.
• Conduct analysis to improve overall effectiveness of logistics planning, coordination, and execution.
• Provide high-value analysis of logistics information and support the development of engagements, exercises, and briefings for PACAF and ACC stakeholders.
• Provide technical assistance in the management and execution of programs related to supply support, sustainment, modernization, and logistics readiness.
• Identify operational use cases and recommend emerging logistics tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance planning and performance.
• Coordinate access to critical logistics data and ensure effective communication with program managers and external stakeholders.
• Maintain effective working relationships with government personnel and partner organizations to ensure seamless logistics integration and mission success.

Qualifications

Skills/Qualifications: The Logistics Planner must bring multi-functional logistics experience in industrial supply chain management, aviation maintenance and sustainment, product support analysis, planning, provisioning, and readiness operations.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Department of Defense logistics , aviation maintenance, or operations planning.
• Strong understanding of Air Force logistics systems, supply chain processes, and sustainment operations.
• Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and execute logistics activities supporting joint or coalition operations.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and logistics planning tools.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting PACAF, ACC, or other Major Command (MAJCOM) staff.
• Experience in aviation logistics or supply chain management involving maintenance, sustainment, or operational planning.
• Familiarity with Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES), Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and Execution Segments (DCAPES), or equivalent systems.
• Experience with logistics modernization initiatives, such as predictive maintenance, data integration, or AI-enabled logistics solutions.

Work Location: Work is performed in Hampton, Virginia.

Clearance: Active TS/SCI security clearance required. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must at a minimum, be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergencies.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer.