Advanced Shipping Associate

High School Diploma or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 4 years of related experience. An AA Degree or certification in assigned area is preferred if appropriate.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants selected may 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.

The responsibility is career-defining. So is the opportunity. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we invent the technologies, products and services, that help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe. The work is so advanced, our teams regularly redefine innovation and excellence for the world. If you’re looking for a challenge, you’ve just found it.

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.

With dedication and precision and stellar communication skills, the Advanced Shipping Associate will preform a combination of manual and clerical shipping duties by processing outgoing shipments. This will include finished products, raw stock, assemblies, parts, building materials, equipment, etc. Basically, you’ll prepare merchandise for shipping, maintain records, and check invoices and bills of lading. You’ll also answer calls and respond to inquiries regarding tracking of product and freight costs and file freight claims, if product is lost or damaged.

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:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of 4 years of related experience. An AA Degree or certification in assigned area is preferred if appropriate
• Ability to operate material handling equipment, including forklift, sky track, and cranes
• Solid understanding of general and detailed aspects of the shipping process and their practical application to problems/situations
• Skillful knowledge of shipping activities/processes, including classified materials

What sets you apart:

• Solid computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Outstanding customer service, organizational and record-keeping skills
• Ability to actively develop continuous improvement strategies
• Committed to ongoing professional development
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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