Air Cargo Lead & Materials Coordinator

Akima; Fort Cavazos Motorcycle and POV Campus (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly Compensation: $22.42

Job summary

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is seeking a Lead Material Coordinator at Fort Hood to supervise cargo receiving, staging, and load planning for air transport. You will ensure regulatory compliance with DoD, FAA, and IATA standards while managing documentation and safety programs.

The role requires 3–5 years in logistics or air cargo, with strong leadership, MHE operation, and cross-agency coordination. This is an on-site position with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in logistics, material coordination, or air cargo operations.
• Proven experience in logistics, air cargo operations, transportation coordination, or supply chain functions.
• Strong knowledge of military or commercial air cargo procedures, load planning, and movement control requirements.
• Ability to supervise personnel, manage workflows, and coordinate across multiple agencies or units.
• Proficiency with logistic management systems, cargo documentation software, and standard office tools.
• Ability to lift and move materials, operate material handling equipment (MHE), and perform duties in an airfield environment.
• Ability to pass Pre‑Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Ability to receive a favorable Tier‑1 Investigation and obtain/maintain a CAC.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise personnel conducting receiving, staging, inspecting, and manifesting of cargo and passengers for air transport.
• Coordinate with airfield operations, loadmasters, aircrews, and logistics units to ensure accurate load planning and on‑time aircraft departures and arrivals.
• Oversee documentation processes including cargo manifests, TCMD data, hazardous material certification, pallet build sheets, and load plans.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including DoD, FAA, IATA, and unit‑specific air movement standards.
• Manage the staging area, ensuring accountability of cargo, proper configuration of pallets/nets, and safe material handling practices.
• Conduct training, coaching, and performance oversight for A/DACG team members.
• Communicate with supported units to schedule cargo pickup/drop‑off, clarify movement requirements, and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, dashboards, and activity logs for mission tracking and readiness reporting.
• Implement and enforce safety standards, equipment inspections, and hazard mitigation procedures.
• Serve as subject matter expert for air cargo movement, interoperability, and material handling equipment usage.

Skills

Supervision

Logistics coordination

Air cargo procedures

Load planning

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Commercial Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement

Tools

Logistic management systems

Cargo documentation software

Job description

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is seeking a Lead Material Coordinator at Fort Hood to supervise cargo receiving, staging, and load planning for air transport. You will ensure regulatory compliance with DoD, FAA, and IATA standards while managing documentation and safety programs.

The role requires 3–5 years in logistics or air cargo, with strong leadership, MHE operation, and cross-agency coordination. This is an on-site position with competitive hourly pay and benefits.