About this role
Job Description This position is responsible for labeling, packing, and shipping packages in accordance with regulations set by local, state, federal, and international laws with focus on properly packaging Hazardous Materials for shipment both domestically and overseas in accordance with applicable governing material handling requirements (e.g. 49CFR, IATA, IMDG, and/or Defense Transportation Manual). This position also requires labeling, packing, and shipping non-hazardous packages domestically and to the United Kingdom (UK). This person will also assist in the proper identification, research and certification of Hazardous Material Shipments. Duties include, but are not limited to, packing various materials for shipment, blocking/bracing and unblocking/unbracing outgoing and incoming ordnance shipments as part of a team, researching Safety Data Sheets (SDS), maintaining logs of material packed, preparing and staging material for shipment, loading material utilizing material handling equipment (MHE) up to and including forklifts, packing critical spares for shipment and repackaging material for storage. Communication with supervisors when inventory of hazardous material packaging supplies run low as well as weigh, count and pack in accordance with standard operation procedures. Prepares various routine administrative and record keeping tasks, correspondence and reports to include packing logs, packing materials inventory log, DOCUSCAN and other reports and tasks assigned by supervisor.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills Minimum education and years of related/relevant work experience required: High School Diploma or GED. To be fully compliant with position requirements, the candidate selected may be required to attend and successfully complete the two-week Technical Transportation of HAZMAT (CERT) or Ammo-62 course for Hazardous Shipment Certification within 6 months of employment start date, subject to course availability/scheduling. Must possess a valid driver's license.
Additional skills/experience required:
- Pass a pre-employment drug screening
- Ability to lift-up to 35 pounds in weight
- 2 years warehousing and/or logistics experience
- A general understanding of supply regulations, Navy physical distribution process, policies and procedures of the Navy and extensive reading comprehension skills and knowledge of the logistical terminology used in the Navy Supply System
- Working knowledge of Microsoft POWERPOINT, WORD & EXCEL programs and Proficiency with internet searches for gathering reference data and SDS
- Experience working with special commodities (e.g. Precious metals, Repairable Materials, Shelf- life Materials, Hazardous Materials, Ordnance etc.)
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.