Senior Government Logistics Engagement Advisor - Tinker AFB, OK

Position Overview

LSI is seeking a highly connected and experienced Senior Government Logistics Engagement Advisor to support its engagement efforts within the Tinker Air Force Base community. This role is designed for a senior professional with deep familiarity and established relationships across System Program Offices (SPOs), supply chain organizations, and related government support functions.

The Advisor will help LSI better understand organizational priorities, timelines, acquisition considerations, and operational dynamics within the Air Force logistics environment. This position focuses on advising, facilitating introductions, improving alignment, and helping LSI effectively navigate the government landscape.

This is not a traditional sales role. The ideal candidate brings credibility, insight, and trusted relationships developed through years of experience supporting Air Force logistics, acquisition, depot operations, or government-industry collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Government Engagement & Strategic Insight

• Maintain and strengthen relationships across SPOs, supply chain, logistics, and supporting organizations within Tinker Air Force Base
• Provide insight into organizational structure, operational priorities, and decision-making processes
• Help LSI understand procedural expectations, engagement timing, and government coordination requirements
• Advise leadership on how work is executed across acquisition and sustainment environments

Access & Coordination

• Facilitate introductions, meetings, and site visits between LSI personnel, clients, and appropriate government stakeholders
• Help ensure interactions align with government protocols, expectations, and professional standards
• Advise on the most effective communication and coordination pathways within the base environment

Opportunity Awareness & Alignment

• Provide early awareness of emerging initiatives, priorities, and areas where LSI capabilities may align
• Help interpret acquisition approaches, timelines, and requirements based on prior experience
• Support alignment between government needs and LSI/client capabilities

Advisory Support to Leadership

• Provide strategic perspective and operational context to LSI leadership and business development teams
• Contribute insight during planning discussions, capability positioning, and proposal support activities as needed
• Help ensure LSI approaches engagements with a strong understanding of the local operating environment

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working with or within Tinker Air Force Base, particularly supporting SPOs and/or supply chain organizations
• Strong understanding of the Air Force acquisition environment and depot-level operations
• Established professional network across relevant Tinker organizations
• Ability to navigate both formal government processes and informal organizational dynamics
• Eligibility for a SECRET security clearance

Preferred Background

• Prior military or civilian service supporting Air Force logistics, sustainment, or acquisition efforts
• Experience at the GS-12 to GS-14, O-5 to O-6, or equivalent level preferred
• Experience working alongside contractors or supporting government-industry collaboration
• Familiarity with proposal development, requirements generation, or acquisition planning processes

Work Arrangement & Compensation

• 1099 independent contractor role
• Flexible schedule averaging 10–20 hours per month
• Additional hours may occasionally be requested based on engagement needs and will be coordinated in advance
• Compensation range: $85–$120 per hour, depending on experience, expertise, and network strength

What Success Looks Like

• LSI is engaging with the right stakeholders at the right time
• Leadership has stronger visibility into priorities, timelines, and expectations within the Tinker environment
• Meetings and interactions are more productive and aligned with government norms
• LSI gains earlier awareness of relevant initiatives and opportunities
• LSI is viewed as a credible, informed, and connected partner within the Tinker community

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a respected former military or civilian leader with extensive experience supporting Air Force logistics, acquisition, sustainment, or depot operations. They are trusted within the local community, understand how organizations operate in practice, and can help bridge communication and coordination between government stakeholders and industry partners. 

About LSI

LSI supports government and industry partners through strategic engagement, operational insight, and mission-focused collaboration. We are committed to building trusted relationships and helping organizations operate effectively within complex government environments.