Marine Corps MOS · Logistics
6602 Aviation Supply Officer
Overview
An aviation supply officer plans, directs, and controls aviation supply functions across aviation logistics squadrons, aircraft wings, air stations, expeditionary vessels, and staff organizations. The officer supervises logistics information systems, repairable material programs, financial management, budgeting, inventory management, and warehousing while coordinating support with external agencies and maintenance personnel.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- IT-enabled supply chain management
- inventory and asset management
- ERP and logistics systems administration (user-level)
- data analysis and reporting
- process improvement and workflow design
- budgeting and financial management
- policy development and compliance
- cross-functional team leadership
- operations management
- stakeholder communication
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Bentley MicroStation
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Project
Civilian Career Paths
- Supply Chain Management
- Procurement
- IT Management
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- APICS CPIM
Career Growth
- APICS CSCP
- Certified Professional in Supply Management®
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Certified Professional Logistician (CPL)
Also Common
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
What the Work Involves
- Supervise the activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, testing, and shipping products or materials.
- Plan, develop, or implement warehouse safety and security programs and activities.
- Inspect physical conditions of warehouses, vehicle fleets, or equipment and order testing, maintenance, repairs, or replacements.
- Plan, organize, or manage the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements.
- Collaborate with other departments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, or shipping.
Related Occupations
- Logisticians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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