Aircraft Cargo Specialist

Leidos

4.1

(20)

Dover Air Force Base, DE

Why you should apply for a job to Leidos:

  • 4.1/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.3/5 in supportive management
  • 70% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 85% would recommend this company to other women
  • 85% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Our Women’s Network is one of nine employee resources groups that provides support for onboarding, networking & professional development.
  • Leidos offers programs to help employees prepare for over 95 industry-standard professional and technical certifications.
  • Leidos offers a voluntary well–being benefit program to help support employees on their personal wellness journey and earn rewards.
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    Position summary

    using forklifts, k-loaders, and other appropriate material handling equipment.

    • Transport materials between warehouse storage locations and flight line or staging areas.

    • Ensure compliance with all safety, security, and transportation regulations and procedures.

    • Inspect cargo and materials for proper labeling, packaging, and load distribution.

    • Coordinate with warehouse personnel, flight crews, and logistics teams to ensure timely and accurate cargo movement.

    • Maintain cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness of cargo handling equipment and work areas.

    Basic Qualifications

    • TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required

    • High school diploma or equivalent.

    • 2-4 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or integrated product support (IPS) operations.

    • Familiarity with system fault analysis, life cycle maintenance, and standard logistics practices.

    • Working knowledge of inventory control, order fulfillment, transportation, and warehousing operations.

    • Ability to use logistics systems and tools to manage and track material movement, inventory levels, and support operations.

    • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze logistics-related issues and recommend solutions.

    • Effective communication skills for coordinating across teams and with internal stakeholders.

    • Basic understanding of safety assurance practices and procedures in logistics environments.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Associate's degree or technical certification in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field.

    • Experience with integrated product support (IPS) in a defense or aerospace environment.

    • Familiarity with logistics planning, materials management, and transportation coordination.

    • Proficiency in using logistics and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent.

    • Demonstrated experience in continuous process improvement initiatives within logistics operations.

    • Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) supply systems or military logistics procedures.

    • Certification such as Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) or Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM).

    • Ability to work independently on non-routine tasks with minimal supervision.

    EC-DAS

    Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.

    We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for "how it's always been done."

    Original Posting:
    August 15, 2025
    For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

    Pay Range:
    Pay Range $39,000.00 - $70,500.00

    The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

    Why you should apply for a job to Leidos:

  • 4.1/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.3/5 in supportive management
  • 70% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 85% would recommend this company to other women
  • 85% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Our Women’s Network is one of nine employee resources groups that provides support for onboarding, networking & professional development.
  • Leidos offers programs to help employees prepare for over 95 industry-standard professional and technical certifications.
  • Leidos offers a voluntary well–being benefit program to help support employees on their personal wellness journey and earn rewards.