Junior Database Administrator and Logistics Con...
@ Saalex

Ridgecrest, California, United States
$70,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 11 hours ago

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Position Overview

Saalex Corporation is seeking a motivated Junior Database Administrator and Logistics Contract Data Analyst to support the Tactical Air Range Integration Facility (TARIF) in Ridgecrest, CA. This role offers an excellent entry point into government contracting, logistics support, and financial data tracking.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Support:

  • Assist with preparing purchase requests, obtaining quotes, and tracking orders.
  • Support vendor research and compliance checks (e.g., TAA and Section 889).
  • Maintain procurement logs and organize documentation such as packing slips and invoices.
  • Coordinate with logistics and engineering staff for accurate purchasing support.

Contract Data Support:

  • Track and enter contract expenditures into spreadsheets or reporting tools.
  • Monitor burn rates, funding balances, and financial reports.
  • Collaborate with financial officers on invoice reconciliation, payments, and purchase orders.
  • Prepare financial summaries and spend plans for review.
  • Maintain audit-ready records of financial and procurement activities.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 1–2 years experience in procurement, finance, logistics or related fields.
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and keen attention to detail.
  • Good communication and organizational skills, eagerness to learn.
  • Associate’s degree or some college in Accounting, Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred but not required).

Desired Qualifications

  • Familiarity with Navy/DoD contracts or logistics.
  • Exposure to financial or procurement systems like Navy ERP, WAWF, Unanet.
  • Willingness to complete DAU training in Contracting, Financial Management, or Life-Cycle Logistics.
  • Team player with a growth mindset.

Additional Information

  • Active Secret Clearance required (US Citizenship and security investigation needed).
  • Benefits include Health Care, Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Disability, Training & Development, Wellness Resources, and Stock Option Plan.

Key skills/competency

  • Database Administration
  • Procurement
  • Contract Data Analysis
  • Logistics
  • Financial Reconciliation
  • Excel
  • Compliance
  • Data Tracking
  • Government Contracting
  • Audit Records
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Technical Preparation

Review Excel functions and data formulas.
Practice data entry and database management.
Learn basics of procurement software.
Study invoice reconciliation and financial reports.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time managing detailed tasks.
Explain how you handle changing priorities.
Discuss teamwork in challenging projects.
Tell about your problem-solving approach.

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