Material Preparation Operations Specialist
Material Preparation Operations Specialist
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Job Description
Work Arrangement
This is an onsite position.
Job Overview
The Material Preparation Operations Specialist is responsible for receiving staging and preparing cargo in compliance with U.S. Air Force and international air transport regulations. This role ensures cargo is documented packaged secured and ready for military airlift while maintaining accountability safety and mission readiness. The position requires adaptability to fluctuating mission schedules and directcoordination with logistics transportation and production teams to ensure mission success.
Essential Functions
Receive and process cargo from commercial carriers the Transportation Movement Office (TMO) and internal production facilities.
Prepare cargo for military air transport using 463L pallets nets straps and other restraint systems per regulation.
Ensure all cargo passes Joint Inspection (JI) for airworthiness compliance.
Complete and maintain accurate documentation including DD Form 1149s hazardous declarations and inventory records.
Manage inventory of preparation materials such as pallets nets straps dunnage and covers.
Safely handle and prepare hazardous materials in accordance with IATA 49 CFR and military regulations.
Operate forklifts and material handling equipment for safe and efficient cargo movement.
Coordinate cargo staging transportation and loading with mission partners and airlift personnel.
Adapt to mission schedules that may occur on weekends nights or holidays.
Perform other duties as required.
Standard Essential Functions
Regular and reliable attendance on a full-time basis or in accordance with posted schedule.
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the companys policies and practices.
Embodies AEVEXs cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.
Qualifications and Competencies
Knowledge of air cargo and airlift preparation processes preferred.
Understanding of military regulations for cargo airworthiness inspections preferred.
Ability to maintain accurate records and complete regulatory documentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking and reporting.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Flexibility to work under dynamic mission requirements.
Ability to pass an annual DMV record check required to ensure compliance with company and regulatory driving standards.
Education / Certifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Technical or vocational training a plus.
Forklift certification or ability to obtain.
Experience
0-2 years of logistics or other inventory control related experience required.
Familiarity with 463L pallet systems and air cargo securing methods preferred.
Hazardous material handling and documentation experience preferred.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties the employee is:
Frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds
Occasionally required to sit and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
Frequently required to operate motor vehicle
Frequently experience a high level of noise adverse weather or temperature conditions
Ability to operate material handling equipment (MHE) including forklifts.
Ability to work outdoors and in varying environmental conditions.
Security Clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret DoD Clearance.
U.S. Citizenship required.
About AEVEX Aerospace
AEVEX Aerospace headquartered in Solana Beach California supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation remote sensing and analysis solutions. The companys capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing exploitation and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define develop and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government partner nations and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California Florida North Carolina Ohio and Virginia.
AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits including a 401(k)-retirement plan comprehensive Medical Dental Vision Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company professional development funds and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling legal help child and elder care support among other benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race religious creed color sex (including pregnancy breast feeding and related medical conditions) gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizenship status military and veteran status marital status age protected medical condition genetic information physical disability mental disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal state and local laws.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
