The rank of logistics officer is Second Lieutenant through Colonel. Qualified civilians and service members can apply for direct appointment as a logistics officer in the U.S. Army's Logistics Branch, depending on a thorough review and calculation of relevant education, training, certifications, and work experience.
A logistics officer is a member of an armed force or coast guard responsible for overseeing the support of an Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Navy, or Coast Guard fleet, both at home and abroad. Logistics officers can be stationary on military bases or deployed as an active part of a field army, air wing, naval force, or coast guard fleet.
The responsibilities of a logistics officer vary depending on where they are deployed and what tasks they are assigned. Different countries also may have different roles for logistics officers.
The main role of these officers remains the same regardless of where they are stationed; to ensure that the force is supplied with enough food, water, fuel, ammunition, and other goods and services to complete the task at hand.
