Logistics Driver

Essential Functions

• Safely operate commercial vehicles to transport materials, components, and finished goods between company facilities, suppliers, and customer locations.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies.
• Load, secure, and unload cargo using appropriate material handling equipment, ensuring proper load securement to prevent damage during transit.
• Verify shipments against delivery documentation, including bills of lading, packing lists, and transfer records, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain chain of custody and material traceability in accordance with AS9100 requirements.
• Ensure all materials are transported and delivered in the same condition as received, reporting any damage, discrepancies, or delays.
• Clock in/out and accurately complete and submit delivery logs, inspection reports, and transportation documentation.
• Adhere to hours-of-service (HOS) requirements and maintain required driver logs.
• Follow all company policies related to safety, security, and handling of sensitive aerospace equipment.
• Absorb basic warehouse or material handling tasks, including staging, loading, and organizing materials, as needed.
• Support compliance with internal and external audits by maintaining accurate and complete records.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Clean driving record in compliance with company and DOT requirements.
• Exceptional driving and parking skills with extensive knowledge of traffic laws.
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations, including vehicle inspections, load securement, and hours-of-service rules.
• Ability to operate forklifts and material handling equipment; certification preferred or ability to obtain.
• Ability to troubleshoot and fix minor vehicle issues.
• Basic understanding of shipping and logistics documentation (e.g., bills of lading, delivery receipts).
• Familiarity with AS9100 principles, including documentation accuracy and traceability.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet delivery schedules.
• Ability to handle time-sensitive tasks, navigate efficiently and provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to lift and move materials in accordance with job requirements.
• Demonstrates consistent punctuality.
• Effectively organizes time and manages workload.
• Collaborates well with colleagues and contributes positively to team dynamics.
• Performs well under pressure while maintaining quality and focus.

Education / Certifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required / AA preferred.
• Forklift Certification (preferred)
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.

Experience

• 2+ years of commercial driving experience, preferably in a logistics, manufacturing, or aerospace environment.
• Experience handling and transporting sensitive or high-value equipment with attention to detail and care.
• Experience in the aerospace or defense industry.
• Experience with hazardous materials transportation (DOT/IATA), if applicable.
• Prior experience supporting regulated environments or audit requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.