ILS Specialist (Perm OR Contract)

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Location: Penrith, NSW, on-site only
Engagement: 12-month contract or permanent

We’re partnering with a Defence client seeking an experienced ILS Specialist to support the Introduction into Service (IIS) of a new capability. This is a highly transactional role suited to someone who can operate independently while managing multiple logistics streams and stakeholders.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring the capability is fully supported and sustainable from Day 1 of operational release. You’ll work closely with SPOs, OEMs, user communities, and FMS stakeholders to deliver key logistics artefacts and ensure alignment with Defence acquisition and sustainment frameworks.

Please note, this role requires current NV1 security clearance and hands-on COMSARM experience, these are non-negotiable requirements and candidates without both will not be considered.

What you’ll be responsible for:

  • leading logistics activities to support Introduction into Service (IIS)

  • developing and delivering key ILS artefacts across the capability lifecycle

  • building the logistics framework to support transition of new capability into service

  • establishing transportation plans, disposal plans, integrated product management plans, and maintenance management plans

  • identifying and mitigating logistics risks impacting delivery outcomes

  • ensuring compliance with Defence legislative, policy, and regulatory frameworks

  • managing inventory controls, cataloguing, and configuration within ERP systems, including COMSARM

  • engaging with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases to support logistics deliverables

  • providing SME input and updates at monthly stakeholder forums

  • maintaining accurate reporting aligned to project milestones and schedules

  • recommending practical logistics solutions to support capability outcomes

What you’ll bring:

  • strong experience in Integrated Logistics Support within Defence environments

  • proven experience supporting Introduction into Service (IIS) activities

  • ability to operate independently and manage competing priorities

  • experience working across multiple stakeholders including SPOs and OEMs

  • solid understanding of Defence acquisition and sustainment processes

  • demonstrated experience working within COMSARM environments is essential

  • familiarity with ERP systems and logistics data management

To be considered, you must hold an active NV1 clearance and have direct COMSARM experience, applications that do not meet these requirements will not progress.

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