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Shipping and Logistics Specialist

Hawthorne, California, United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Role Overview

  • Own outbound shipping, logistics execution, and material movement.
  • Ensure accurate, compliant, and on-time delivery of all shipments.
  • Manage domestic, international, and internal logistics flows.

Responsibilities

  • Shipping Execution
    • Pack, label, and prepare outbound shipments.
    • Generate and manage all shipping documentation (BOL, invoices, export docs).
    • Schedule and coordinate shipments with carriers.
  • Logistics & Freight Management
    • Coordinate with freight forwarders for domestic and international shipments.
    • Optimize shipping methods, costs, and delivery timelines.
    • Manage shipment tracking and issue resolution.
  • RMAs, RTVs & Internal Transfers
    • Process RMAs (returns from customers) and RTVs (returns to vendors).
    • Manage reverse logistics workflows and documentation.
    • Execute internal material transfers between sites or functions.
  • Packaging & Compliance
    • Ensure proper packaging for protection, compliance, and transport requirements.
    • Maintain compliance with export regulations (ITAR/EAR).
    • Ensure audit-ready shipping records and documentation.
  • Metrics & Performance
    • Track and improve:
      • On-time shipment (%)
      • Shipping accuracy
      • Damage/return rates
    • Drive continuous improvement in logistics execution.
  • Cross-Functional Coordination
    • Partner with production, planning, and program teams.
    • Ensure alignment with delivery schedules and priorities.

Minimum Requirements

  • 3+ years in shipping, logistics, or warehouse operations.
  • Experience with domestic and international shipping processes.
  • Familiarity with ERP/WMS systems and shipping tools.

Preferred Requirements

  • Experience with freight forwarding and export compliance (ITAR/EAR).
  • Experience in manufacturing or defense environments.

Why CHAOS?

  • Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
  • Additional benefits: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more
  • Our Perks: Free daily lunch, ‘No meeting Fridays’, unlimited PTO, casual dress code
  • Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
  • Team Growth: 250 employees and counting across 5 global offices
Hourly Rate: $30.00 - $38.00/hour

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. 


Recruiting Agencies: CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.


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About Chaos Industries

Chaos Industries

Chaos Industries is one of the fastest-rising defense technology companies focused on solving modern national security challenges through advanced radar, sensing, and counter-drone systems. Founded in 2022, the company develops next-generation technologies designed to help military and national security operators detect airborne threats faster and operate more effectively in increasingly contested environments.

For job seekers, Chaos Industries offers the opportunity to work on mission-driven technology with direct real-world impact. Employees help build systems related to radar, autonomous sensing, communications, counter-UAS, and AI-enabled defense capabilities—making it an attractive destination for engineers, software developers, hardware specialists, program managers, and defense professionals who want to work at the forefront of national security innovation.

Unlike many traditional defense contractors, Chaos Industries operates with a startup-style culture focused on speed, innovation, and rapid problem-solving. The company is known for moving quickly, building advanced technology in-house, and tackling complex defense challenges with an engineering-first mindset. For professionals who want the mission focus of defense work with the pace of a high-growth technology company, Chaos offers a unique environment.

As defense spending increasingly prioritizes autonomous systems, drone defense, and advanced battlefield awareness, Chaos Industries continues to grow its team across engineering, operations, manufacturing, and mission support functions. For veterans, cleared professionals, and technology talent looking to help shape the future of defense, Chaos Industries is emerging as one of the more exciting companies to watch.

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