Senior Advanced Shipping Associate in Manassas, Virginia at Mission Systems

Senior Advanced Shipping Associate

ID: 2026-72111
US-VA-Manassas
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 5/18/2026
Category: Operations
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• An AA Degree or certification in assigned area is preferred if appropriate.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will 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.

Responsibilities for this Position

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, we are continuously moving the boundaries of what’s possible. Here you’ll work with the best and your talent will be front and center on projects that impact the world. Are you up to the challenge?

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.

Acting as a team player, we’ll rely on the Senior Advanced Shipping Associate to perform or support the physical or administrative tasks involved in the shipping, materials, parts, supplies, and equipment. You’ll monitor and coordinate shipping activities, maintain daily status for work area activities, and ensure adherence to scheduling requirements. You’ll also coordinate and consolidate domestic and international systems to support shipments, as well as ensure lowest cost transportation by analyzing company and customer needs, researching transportation methods and auditing carrier costs and performances.

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:

• High School Diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of 6 years of related experience. An AA degree or certification in assigned area is preferred if appropriate
• Specialized certifications such as IATA, 49CFR
• Distinct knowledge of the enterprise software tools

What sets you apart:

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Consistently displays high performance attributes
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This position is fully on-site.
While on-site, you will be a part of the Manassas VA facility.

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $31.63 - USD $34.69 /Hr.

Company Overview

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

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