Senior Advanced Shipping Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Responsibilities

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• An AA Degree or certification in assigned area is preferred if appropriate.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

We’re looking for an experienced shipping and receiving specialist to support our warehouse team.    In this role, you will oversee incoming and outgoing shipments, coordinate with carriers (such as UPS, FedEx, and LTL freight), maintain clean database records, and help keep our manufacturing operations running smoothly.

 

Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

 

Working with Engineering, Operations Support, and other departments, the Senior Advanced Shipping Associate is responsible for preparing, packaging, and shipping materials and products to various destinations and ensuring accuracy and compliance with shipping regulations. This role involves coordinating with internal teams, processing shipments, handling documentation, and collaborating with team members to support efficient warehouse operations.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares materials for shipment, including finished products, raw stock, assemblies, parts, building materials, equipment, and determines proper packaging and cushioning.
• Processes outgoing shipments on the system, including verifying quantity, weight, conformance of materials to stated identifications, and handling freight bills, packing sheets, and other documents.
• Lifts heavy items and may operate a forklift or other power industrial vehicles.
• Uses computer systems for processing, tracking, logging, verifying, and reporting shipments.
• Monitors and coordinates shipping activities, maintains daily status for work area activities, and ensures adherence to scheduling requirements.
• Follows shipping practices and procedures, and transportation routing, schedules, and requirements.
• Files freight claims with carriers if the product is lost or damaged.
• Answers calls and responds to inquiries regarding tracking of product and freight costs.
• Prepares export documentation and files all documentation electronically in the operating system.
• Reports materials shipped and bills of lading, posts weight and shipping charges, and routes merchandise to destinations.
• Communicates clearly with coworkers, planners, material managers, and internal customers.
• Ensures lowest cost transportation by reviewing company and customer needs, researching transportation methods, and auditing carrier costs and performances.
• Supports continuous improvement activities and suggests system and/or process changes.
• Performs specialized project tasks and assignments of a more complex nature.
• May gather data for internal audits and participate in audits.
• Supports and actively develops continuous improvement strategies.
• Coordinates and prioritizes individual daily activities.

 

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, prioritize requests, and work collaboratively across departments.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate records.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with spreadsheets and inventory tracking systems.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise software tools.
• Strong knowledge of shipping activities/processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals within own department and cross-functionally, including with management, security, and quality, as well as with customers and vendors.
• Ability to exhibit strong adaptability and flexibility.
• Effective communication and accurate recordkeeping skills.
• Commitment to safe material handling and an organized work environment.
• Previous warehouse, shipping and receiving, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or prior forklift operating experience is a plus.
• Ability to perform essential material-handling duties, including lifting and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

What you’ll experience:

• Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

What you bring to the table:

• High School Diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of 6 years of related experience. An AA degree or certification in assigned area is preferred if appropriate
• Specialized certifications such as IATA, 49CFR
• Distinct knowledge of the enterprise software tools

What sets you apart:

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Consistently displays high performance attributes
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at  gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why -work-for-us/benefits

 

Workplace Options:
This position is fully on-site.  
While on-site, you will be a part of the Manassas VA facility.