Traffic Management/Cargo Specialist

The Traffic Management/Cargo Specialist arranges the shipment of Pre-positioned GPMS cargo to various worldwide destinations via Air, Land, and Sea. Incumbent must comply with all applicable International and Federal Transportation Laws, Regulations, Tariffs and Department of Defense guidance. Ensures all shipments presented meet International Trade and Arms Regulations (ITAR). Responsible for, and participates in, quality assurance as part of the ISO 9001 program.

Scope: Conducts the loading and unloading of trucks arriving and departing the site.  Ensures documentation accompanying cargo is accounted for and distributed to Supply and Site Work Control.  Accomplishes manifesting of cargo transported via trucks.  Operates Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and special purpose vehicles. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Inspects and accepts documentation (DD Form 1149/1348-1) for inbound/outbound cargo for completeness and accuracy.
• Processes and verifies Nomenclatures, Hazard Class, Quantity, and inspects inbound/outbound cargo offered for transportation.
• Properly classifies freight, selects commodity codes, selects most efficient mode of shipment, and controls obligations for government transportation funds.
• Inspects Hazardous Materials to ensure proper packaging, marking, labeling, documentation, and certification in accordance with applicable Dangerous Goods Regulations (AFMAN24-604, 49 Code of Federal Regulation, International Maritime Dangerous Goods, etc.).
• Selects and initiates contact with local carriers to arrange cost efficient transportation of equipment for containers, classified, sensitive, hazardous, or out sized shipments. Verify sizes, weights, commodity description, freight classification, required delivery date, priority, and/or other special requirements.
• Utilizes automated computer systems and programs to process and document all freight (e.g. CMOS, GATES, JCM, IBS, etc.).
• Inspect, prepare, and process Shipping Containers IAW MIL-STD 3037.
• Prepares all required shipping documents via Tracker Lite/CMOS, assigns Transportation Control Numbers, produces labels, issues truck manifest for general/hazardous cargo, Maintains Manifest logs, etc.
• Accurately inputs Transportation Accounting Codes, consignor and consignee codes and other essential transportation data into the Cargo Movement and Operations System (CMOS) and/or Global Acquisition and Transportation Execution System (GATES).
• Prepare and/or accept Shipping Documents for container movements from Sea Port of Embarkation to Sea Port of Debarkation, and local movements.
• Provides In-transit Visibility through the Global Transportation Network (GTN) and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) servers, and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Performs Host Country customs clearances and liaisons with Military and Host country Ministries on Import and Export for Border Customs Clearances, Airport Customs Clearances, and Seaport Clearances.
• Inspects, accepts, and inventories Inbound Air Cargo, Line Haul Trucks, and Containers.
• Inventories and inspects all incoming freight for damage prior to acceptance. Initiates and completes SF 361, Transportation Discrepancy Report (TDR) as required.
• Prepares and handles cargo in accordance with all prescribed regulations, instructions, technical orders and procedures.
• Performs weighing of cargo, vehicles, and outsized cargo to determine center of balance for rolling stock and ensures cargo dimensions within pallet and aircraft limitations.
• Works closely with customers to ensure desired movement objectives, priorities and schedules are met and communicated to management. Analyzes work process and develops matrix for measuring performance.
• Loads/unloads all 463L pallets, 40-foot and 20-foot sea van commercial/military containers and 40-foot Flat bed/Low bed trucks.
• Operate Material handling Equipment ranging from Pallet Jacks to 22k Forklifts.
• Responsible for conducting Joint Inspections with the Aerial Port for All equipment traveling via Air, as required.
• Completes all relevant steps in quality, training, environment, and safety programs.
• Compiles data and submits reports and other correspondence, as required.
• Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.
• Working environment will be both office and outdoor settings which individual can be exposed to extreme weather conditions for an extended period. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• High school degree or equivalent.
• One (1) to Three (3) years of experience in related field.
• Work experience in freight acceptance, preparation, processing, inspection, documentation, and handling procedures is required.
• Must have completed, or be able to successfully complete, HAZMAT training IAW AFMAN 24-604 prior to preparing, certifying, or inspecting HAZMAT for Military Air Shipments.
• Experience operating Material Handling Equipment e.g., 4K, 6K, 10K/10K AT Forklift, pallet jacks, preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable certification from the host country to operate MHE equipment.
• Knowledge of packaging, blocking, and bracing and restraint requirements for surface movement of equipment.
• Must be computer literate and able to operate software programs relating to cargo operations and office administration.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Must be authorized to work in host country.
• This position is not approved for relocation allowances.
• Must have completed or be able to complete successfully Senior Customs Boarder Clearance Agent (SCBCA) Program for EUCOM compliance.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

       

Compensation Details:

Salary

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

03/20/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.