Logistics Specialist

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE

Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the only commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the only company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquarters in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.

SUMMARY

Become a vital force in Firefly’s groundbreaking journey to Launch, Land, and Orbit! Our Supply Chain team is seeking sharp, energetic individuals with an unwavering eye for detail. As a Logistics Specialist you will be a critical member of the Firefly Supply Chain & Inventory Management Team. Be consistent, make meaningful contributions and have a single-minded focus on excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, Schedule and Manage inbound, outbound and 3rd Party shipments
• Receives items into inventory system
• Strong communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Record shortages and back ordered items
• Ability to adapt, work under pressure
• Knowledge of all transportation modes, routing, and transportation regulations (with a strong focus on trucking, specialty equipment and oversized loads)
• Knowledge of International freight regulations
• Communication with carriers, relationship building
• Leadership and collaboration
• Supports Corporate procurement
• Supports Engineering by tracking accurate, timely receipt of orders
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Process shipment requests and troubleshoot exceptions as needed
• Ability to properly pack fragile and special sized items

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• 3+ years of logistics related experience
• BA, BS or equivalent in Business, Supply Chain
• Project Management and problem-solving skills
• Basic Math Skills
• Time management skills, ability to determine priorities and complete tasks on schedule
• Software operation and data entry skills with accuracy
• MS Office (including Excel, Word and Outlook)
• Possess a valid “Real ID” driver license, clean driving record
• Ability to pass Air Force background check
• Physical stamina to perform regular duties, including
  • Lift, push, or pull at least 50 pounds
  • Stand for periods of time
  • Crouch, bend, and reach

DESIRED

• Aerospace Industry Experience
• ITAR experience
• Experience working in a well-structured automated receiving environment
• Odoo ERP/MRP
• JIRA Ticketing system
• Dangerous Goods certified
• Forklift Certified

Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, pet Insurance, and flexible PTO options.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected