Material Expediter - Warehouse Specialist

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Material Expediter (Warehouse Specialist) in Springfield, VA . We are pipelining candidates for a future role. You are well-organized, detail-oriented, and appreciate a range of warehousing tasks. You will verify material against receiving documents, store, stack, or palletize materials in accordance with prescribed storage methods, examine stored materials and report deterioration and damage, and remove material from storage and prepare it for shipment. You'll do all this using your excellent communication and customer service support skills. Responsibilities: Assembles and repairs wood shipping crates, using a variety of electric and pneumatic powered hand tools, such as saws, drills, nail guns, staplers, etc. Wraps and packs crates to prepare for shipping/storage Operates a variety of material handling equipment to include forklifts and mechanized warehouse equipment that involves managing high pile storage. Ensures accuracy of input data to the inventory system. Unloads, unpacks, inspects, counts, and stores incoming supplies and equipment. Reviews and verifies quantities received against bills of lading, purchase order and shipping documents. Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents. Minimum Requirements: High school diploma/GED At least 1 year of related warehouse / inventory experience Must be able and willing to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting materials weighing up to 40 lbs., as well as work in a warehouse environment in adverse temperatures Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Current 49CFR/IATA Dangerous Goods / Non-Radioactive / lithium batteries certification CDL License for 26ft Box Truck Forklift operator experience Additional experience/education Working knowledge of inventory control principles and warehouse processes Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite Ability to work independently Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits: This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future. Compensation Details: $26.18 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: 09/01/2026 - 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 .