Logistics Specialist

Job Title: Logistics Specialist

Job Description

This role oversees end-to-end logistics for defense and government sector products, with a strong focus on military packaging standards, HAZMAT shipments, and sensitive electronics. The Logistics Specialist ensures all shipments comply with MIL-SPEC requirements, export and customs regulations, and internal quality standards while using electronic systems to control inventory, track shipments, and support production and shipping operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics activities for receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping materials, parts, equipment, and finished products.
• Support shipping and receiving operations by pulling parts, equipment, and products, including handling items manually and with material handling equipment such as forklifts.
• Use electronic systems and software to maintain accurate inventory control, including monitoring, tracing, and tracking shipments.
• Work with exports and customs clearance shipments, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Utilize Costpoint and Deltek systems, and adapt quickly to internal logistics and ERP systems to process orders, shipments, and reports.

Essential Skills

• Recent prior experience working with HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule).
• Strong standard packing knowledge for both standard items and specialized products.
• Experience providing logistics, receiving, and shipping support for military, defense, and government sector products.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a production or manufacturing environment supporting logistics and shipping operations.
• Familiarity with logistics processes involving defense, government, and export customers.
• Comfort using multiple electronic systems and adapting to new software tools for logistics and inventory management.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and compliance mindset when working with regulated products such as HAZMAT and defense items.
• Forklift experience or willingness to operate material handling equipment as needed.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable operation with supportive teams and a collaborative environment where logistics expertise is valued and trusted. The organization offers a hands-on role with meaningful impact on critical products, along with the opportunity to deepen your experience in military, defense, and export logistics. You can expect a workplace that appreciates practical problem-solving, encourages learning new systems and processes, and provides a setting where experienced professionals can contribute directly to the success of the business.

Work Environment

The role is based primarily on a non-climate-controlled production floor, where you will work closely with materials, products, and shipping operations. Office spaces are climate-controlled and available for administrative and system-based tasks. The facility is in an older building but is described as a good place to work with strong, supportive teams. The position involves physical activity, including pulling parts and products and lifting up to 50 lbs, as well as operating or working around forklifts and other material handling equipment. You will regularly use computer systems such as Costpoint, Deltek, and other electronic tools to manage inventory, shipments, and documentation.

This is a Contract position based out of ELIZABETH CITY, NC.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in ELIZABETH CITY,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.