Jelani Rowland

Aircraft Maintenance Officer (Mos 6002), Captain @United States Marine Corps

Served as the Squadron Material Control Officer, leading global aviation logistics and supply chain operations supporting a $1.4B fleet of KC-130J aircraft. Oversaw end-to-end procurement, distribution, tooling, vendor management, and component readiness to sustain daily maintenance and flight operations across high-tempo, mission-critical environments. Managed RFPs, executed tooling strategies, and ensured contract compliance across multiple aviation systems and support programs.Served as Program Manager for both the Material Control and Tool Control programs, overseeing storeroom operations, audit readiness, government property accountability, and end-to-end supply chain visibility across maintenance operations. Served on active duty from November 2017 to March 2023, leading logistics and operations across multiple assignments. Championed cross-functional collaboration between supply agencies, subcontractors, and engineering teams to enhance supplier responsiveness, reduce lead times, and increase readiness levels. Conducted daily ERP-based reporting to senior leadership and aligned material flow with dynamic maintenance schedules, operational forecasts, and budgetary constraints. Drove a 20% improvement in supply chain readiness through forecasting alignment and supplier performance optimization. Directed the recovery and reintegration of high-value avionics, resolving multi-year backlog issues and eliminating critical delays. Developed and led Lean Six Sigma process improvement initiatives across multiple facilities, increasing throughput by 50% and eliminating material flow bottlenecks. Managed a 30–50-person team across cryogenics, support equipment, and maintenance operations, driving mission success in support of 250 aviation personnel. Spearheaded training and performance development of junior Marines; directly contributed to multiple promotions and unit recognition for leadership excellence.