Logistics Analyst – Configuration Status Accounting (CSA) II

REPORTS TO: Logistics Analyst – Configuration Status Accounting (CSA) Lead

SUPERVISES: None

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in research and update of Configuration Status Accounting (CSA) 

• Assist in review and update of Allowance Equipment List (AEL) Baseline

• Interface with ILS team concerning HM&E Provisioning Technical Documentation (PTD) as it relates to CSA

• Interface with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMS) and Suppliers to obtain Vender Furnished Information 

• Interface within Service Engineering Agents (ISEAs), Material Item Managers and SUPSHIP/Navy as needed 

• Interface with Teaming partners /Suppliers concerning selected systems equipment’s configuration support

• Participate in Engineering Change Management meetings documenting

• CSA impacts and providing Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates

• Perform Sight Validation of product configuration

• Successful applicant must be willing to cross-train to other areas within ILS as Necessary

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Related degrees advantageous

• 2 - 5 years of CSA related experience required; experience on Navy, MSC or USCG Contracts preferred

• Demonstrated experience in Database development; Configuration Data Managers Database-Open Architecture (CDMD-OA) or Merlin preferred

• Knowledge of Allowance Equipage List (AEL) and Allowance Parts List (APL)

• Basic knowledge of ILS processes and technical areas

• Knowledge of System Breakdowns and Hierarchical Structure Code (HSC) usage

• Working knowledge of New Construction Processes including Coordinated Shipboard Allowance List (COSAL)

• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Programs

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Prior U.S. Navy, MSC or USCG experience desired, but not required 

TOOLS:

• MS Office

• Haystack

• Program specific databases 

• CDMD-OA Database 

• Merlin Database

DIRECTION EXERCISED:

• Will determine the technical adequacy of all CSA deliverables

DISCRETION EXERCISED:

• Will provide CSA input to all members of the ILS Team

LIAISES WITH: Engineering, Supply Chain, Navy, Equipment Suppliers and ILS Support Contractors

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.

• Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:

  • 18 years of age or older at time of application

  • Able to provide proof of US Person Status

  • No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date

  • No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date

  • Willing to submit to a drug screen

  • Willing to submit to a background check

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. 

Specific physical requirements include the following:

• Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel.

• Perform prolonged standing (2-3 hour intervals).

• Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis.

• Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis.

• Lift/push/pull 50lbs to 75lbs on an occasional basis (0-33% of the day).

• Lift/push/pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis (34-66% of the day).

• Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps) . 

• Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment (includes documentation, laptops, binders, etc.).

• Ability to work at heights above 12’ while working from ladders, scaffolding and/or man lifts.