Traffic Management Specialist

PAE Government Services Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 183,621 - 257,069; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including401(k)matching)

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

PAE Government Services Inc. is seeking a qualified Traffic Management Specialist in Abu Dhabi. The role involves arranging and inspecting shipments for compliance with regulations, and requires expertise in air freight operations. A minimum of three years of experience is necessary, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and HAZMAT certifications. This position offers competitive hourly compensation.

Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits, and educational reimbursements among others. Equal Opportunity Employment is a commitment made by the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in Traffic Management/Air Freight operations.
• Must possess current HAZMAT Certification or ability to obtain it.
• Physically capable of lifting a minimum of 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and process outbound/inbound cargo documentation.
• Classify freight and prepare shipping documents.
• Perform customs clearances and liaise with authorities.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Excellent organizational skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of shipping procedures

Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of MHE equipment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in related field

Tools

Cargo operating computer systems

Job description

Position Overview

The Traffic Management Specialist arranges the shipment of Pre‑positioned Global Prepositioned Material Services (GPMS) cargo to various worldwide destinations via air, land and sea. The Incumbent must comply with all applicable International and Federal Transportation Laws, Regulations, Tariffs and Department of Defense (DOD) guidance. Must be able to gain access to Logistics Tool Suite (LTS), Global Freight Management (GFM), Cargo Movement Operating System (CMOS), Integrated Logistics System‑Supply (ILS‑S), Global Air Transportation Execution System (GATES), Integrated Computerized Deployment System (ICODES), Integrated Booking System (IBS), Joint Container Management system (JCM), Wood Packaging Materials (WPM) Management Toolset, Global Asset Reporting Tool (GART) and web‑based tracking systems such as Integrated Data Environment/Global Transportation Network Convergence (IGC), Radio Frequency Identification (RFID‑ITV) Tracking Portal, Global Decision Support Systems (GDSS‑2) and Single Mobility System (SMS) to ensure In‑transit Visibility (ITV) within the Defense Transportation System (DTS). Ensures all shipments comply with the International Trade and Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Amentum ISO9001 Quality Management System (QMS). Must be able to complete AMMO‑43, Intermodal Dry Cargo Container/CSC Reinspection, AMMO‑62, Technical Transportation of Hazardous Materials Distance Learning Courses, and WPM certification/recertification web‑based training. Ensures compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Amentum ISO9001 Quality Management System (QMS).

Responsibilities

• Inspect, accept documentation (DD Form1149/1348‑1), prepare and process all outbound/inbound cargo offered for transportation in the Defense Transportation System (DTS). Checks for completeness and accuracy. Verifies the Nomenclatures, Quantity, Transportation Control Numbers (TCN), Transportation Account Code (TAC), Consignor and Consignee Codes, Hazardous/Classified materials, ITARS certifications and other essential transportation data.
• Properly classify freight, select commodity codes, select the most efficient mode of shipment and control obligations for government transportation funds.
• Prepare all required shipping documents for data input to CMOS/GATES, assign Transportation Control Numbers, produce labels, issue truck manifest for general/hazardous cargo and maintain manifest logs.
• Use automated computer systems to process and document to accurately input transportation data into CMOS, GATES or IBS.
• Inspect 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 Air Transport Association (IATA) and International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG)).
• Inspect, accept and inventory all incoming freight and containers for overages, shortages and damage before acceptance. Initiate and complete DDForm361, Transportation Discrepancy Report (TDR) when required.
• Provide asset visibility and real‑time view to track customer queries using IGC, RFID‑ITV, GDSS2 or SMS.
• Prepare shipping documents and Movement Requests for international and domestic shipments between sites and container movements from the Sea Port of Embarkation (POE) to the Sea Port of Debarkation (POD) shipped by surface or sealift.
• Perform Port Handling and Inland Transportation (PHIT) and ensure the subcontractor performs all duties and responsibilities according to the Statement of Work (SOW).
• Inspect and document each shipment for contract compliance on a Customer Service Survey form.
• Process Export Traffic Release Requests (ETRR) for sealift shipments using Surface Deployment Distribution Command (SDDC) – Integrated Booking System (IBS).
• Perform Host Country customs clearances and liaise with Military and Host country Ministries on Import and Export for Border Customs Clearances, Airport Customs Clearances and Seaport Clearances.
• Select and initiate contact with local carriers to arrange appropriate transport equipment for containers, classified, sensitive, hazardous or outsized shipments based on size, weight, commodity description, freight classification, required delivery date, priority or other special requirements.
• Load/unload 463L pallets, equipment, vehicles and ISO containers from flat‑bed/low‑bed trucks. May assist in loading/unloading military vessels at the seaport.
• Assist the Pallet and Net Managers with inspections, issuing, accounting, controlling, reporting and maintaining operation stock levels of 463L pallets, nets and other tie‑down equipment located on site.
• Assist the WPM Custodian with inspecting and certification, record‑keeping and reporting the receipt and usage requirements.
• Assist the CCO with completing the monthly container inventory, ensuring all containers located on‑site are inventoried between the 1st and 30th day of each month. Report all lost, damaged, destroyed and modified containers to the CCO within 12hours of discovery.
• Perform container inspections and report findings on the DA2404 equipment inspection and maintenance worksheet. Receive/ship all containers in JCM within 12hours of receipt or departure.
• Operate GATES and ICODES to process and manifest cargo and to develop load plans for military and commercial aircraft. Prepare, inspect, review and submit Preload Plans, Hazardous Materials Diplomatic Clearances (HAZDIP) and other documents to facilitate air movement.
• Inspect cargo documentation, conduct Joint Inspections and certify that cargo is built correctly and airworthy. Compute weight and balance and certify weight distribution of the aircraft with passengers, cargo and baggage.
• Determine cargo configuration and aircraft loading requirements in accordance with Air Transportability Test Loading Activity Certifications (ATTLA). Load, unload and service aircraft. Ensure cargo loads are secure and tied‑down.
• Assist load team chief with selecting, assembling, palletizing and transporting cargo loads to and from aircraft storage areas. Safely transport and handle explosives.
• Perform passenger service procedures, check‑in, manifest passengers and baggage and perform security checks. Load/unload passengers and baggage from aircraft.
• Perform weighing of cargo, vehicles and outsized cargo to determine the center of balance for rolling stock and ensure cargo dimensions are within pallet and aircraft limitations.
• Implement, document and control quality, training, environment and safety programs. Prepare and handle cargo in accordance with all prescribed regulations, instructions, technical orders and procedures.
• Accomplish receiving process for all inbound cargo functions of MILSTRIP and NON‑MILSTRIP shipments addressed to the host installation SRAN IAW with regulation.
• Maintain Technical Orders, publications, forms and files required for Traffic Management operations.
• Compile data and submit reports and other correspondence as required. Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work in normal office and maintenance shop or warehouse environment and may be required to work outdoors for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in the use of personal computers and Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office to include as a minimum PowerPoint, Excel and Word programs.
• Knowledge of related shipping/receiving procedures and the ability to detect/report problems to appropriate personnel.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to effectively work under pressure and strict timelines.
• Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with coworkers, including multi‑national staff, and external and internal customers.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing to coworkers and customers while maintaining Communication Security (COMSEC), Operational Security (OPSEC) and Computer Security (COMPUSEC).
• Knowledge and understanding of MHE equipment operations and associated hazards required.
• Will be required to receive training and operate material handling equipment.
• Must possess a valid home country driver’s license and ability to obtain host nation driver’s license.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in Traffic Management (TMO)/Air Freight operations or associate degree in a related field of study required.
• Experience may include but is not limited to import/export, freight acceptance, preparation, handling, cargo shipping/receiving by surface, sea and air, data records, container management, customer service, cargo operating computer systems or other related experience.
• Possess a current HAZMAT Certification in accordance with AFMAN24‑604 or ability to obtain it upon acceptance of the position.
• Must possess the ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
• Will be required to wear proper Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) according to prescribed procedures and as required for the task being performed.
• Physically capable of performing all required duties; capable of lifting/pushing/pulling minimum of 50lbs.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced in aircraft cargo loading/unloading and cargo tie‑down restraint procedures, palletizing cargo on single or multiple 463L pallets using side and top nets, straps, chains and devices for restraint.
• Familiarization and certification in AMC Airlift Load Planning, or equivalent, and Joint Inspection process is preferred.

Compensation

Hourly plus additional incentives. 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

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including401(k)matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.