Global Logistics Lead

CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantagedomain dominance. The companys products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN) empowering warfighters commercial air operators and border protection teams to act faster adapt rapidly and stay ahead of evolving threats.

CHAOS Industries was founded in 2022 and has raised a total of $1 billion in funding from leading investors including 8VC Accel and Valor Equity Partners. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Washington D.C. San Francisco San Diego Seattle and London. For more information please visit .

Role Overview:

• Build and own end-to-end shipping logistics and export capability
  Ensure compliant movement of hardware across domestic and international channels
  Manage packaging routing freight forwarding and delivery execution
  Own export compliance across ITAR/EAR FMS and commercial shipments
  Stand up scalable processes to support production and global operations

Responsibilities:

• Logistics & Shipping Operations
  • Own all outbound and inbound shipping execution
  • Manage routing carrier selection and freight forwarding (domestic international)
  • Coordinate shipments across Manufacturing and Supply Chain and Programs
  • Ensure on-time damage-free delivery of hardware
• Export Compliance & Trade Execution
  • Ensure compliance with ITAR EAR and applicable export regulations
  • Manage export classifications (ECCN/USML) and shipment documentation
  • Execute international shipments including FMS and USG requirements
  • Coordinate with customs brokers and freight forwarders
  • Maintain records filings and audit readiness
• Process Build & Scale
  • Stand up shipping workflows systems and infrastructure
  • Implement standardized documentation labeling and packaging processes
  • Define roles responsibilities and operating procedures for shipping team
  • Scale logistics capability to support increasing production rate
• Risk Management & Issue Resolution
  • Identify and mitigate shipping customs and compliance risks
  • Resolve shipment delays holds and regulatory issues
  • Act as escalation point for critical logistics failures
• Cross-Functional Coordination
  • Partner with Manufacturing on packaging and release readiness
  • Interface with Supply Chain on inbound/outbound material flow
  • Support Program teams on delivery commitments and constraints
  • Provide visibility into shipment status and risks

Minimum Requirements:

• 10 years in logistics shipping or global trade operations
• Experience with international shipping and freight forwarding
• Working knowledge of ITAR EAR and export compliance requirements
• Experience managing customs documentation and brokers
• Experience building or scaling logistics operations

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with defense aerospace or regulated hardware shipments
• Familiarity with FMS and USG shipment requirements
• Experience implementing logistics systems (ERP/WMS/TMS integration)
• Licensed Export Compliance Officer or similar certification
• Experience managing 3PLs or freight forwarders at scale

Why CHAOS

• Health Benefits: Medical dental and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
• Additional benefits: 401k ( 50% company match up to 6% of pay) FSA HSA life insurance and more
• Our Perks: Free daily lunch No meeting Fridays unlimited PTO casual dress code
• Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries generous pre-IPO stock option grants relocation assistance and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
• Team Growth: 250 employees and counting across 5 global offices

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus equity and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience education and/or training critical skills and/or business considerations.

Recruiting Agencies: CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.

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