Travel Management Specialist, Mid

MAG Aerospace is hiring for a Travel Management Specialist, Mid-level with current SECRET clearance for The Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Joint Program Office (JPO) in Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, OH. 

We are seeking an experienced Travel Management Specialist to provide comprehensive support for government travel coordination. This role involves managing travel requests, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting senior leadership and staff. The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge of the Defense Travel System (DTS), Defense Joint Travel Regulations (JTR), and government travel charge card systems.  This role requires exceptional communication skills, independent work ethic, and experience supporting key government staff and senior leaders in Department of Defense (DoD) Headquarters.  

Duties include, but not limited to: 

• Coordinate and manage government travel arrangements using the Defense Travel System (DTS). 
• Prepare, review, and approve travel orders and vouchers in compliance with the Defense Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) and DoD Financial Management Regulations. 
• Research and apply appropriate travel allowances or authorizations by referencing regulations, local business rules, and obtaining approvals from relevant offices. 
• Provide guidance and troubleshooting support for travel-related issues, ensuring timely and accurate resolution. 
• Monitor and manage government travel charge card accounts, including the US Citibank Commercial Card System and Central Billing Accounts. 
• Ensure all travel requests comply with DoD policies and procedures, identifying and resolving discrepancies or issues proactively. 
• Assist travelers with completing DTS authorizations, expense reporting, and vouchers in a timely and accurate manner. 
• Maintain and organize travel records, ensuring compliance with DoD policies for document retention and security. 
• Provide training and support to JPO personnel on DTS processes and regulations as needed. 
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support F-35 JPO travel-related priorities. 

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience providing DTS support, including preparation, review, and approval of travel orders and vouchers. 
• Advanced knowledge of the Defense Travel System (DTS) and relevant travel regulations (e.g., Defense Joint Travel Regulations and DoD Financial Management Regulations). 
• Proficiency in researching and applying travel regulations and local business rules to secure allowances or authorizations. 
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex travel procedures clearly. 
• Familiarity with government travel charge card systems, including US Citibank Commercial Card System and Central Billing Accounts. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. 

 

Preferred Skills: 

• Familiarity with F-35 JPO and program operations. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for fostering relationships with stakeholders and government representatives. 
• Experience supporting travel coordination for senior leadership in a DoD or government environment. 
• Familiarity with the mission and objectives of the F-35 JPO. 
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to address and resolve travel-related issues efficiently. 

 

Clearance Requirement: 

• Active Secret clearance. 

 

Education:   

• Preferred: Associate’s degree or higher. 

The position is contingent upon candidate’s ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

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