Driver

Castelion Corporation; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Castelion seeks a Driver to safely move materials, equipment, and cargo between Castelion facilities and partners. You will perform inspections, ensure proper loading, and comply with safety and regulatory requirements in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires valid licenses, clean MVR, and the ability to obtain a DOT Medical Certificate; U.S. citizenship is needed for security clearance. Expect local and regional routes with opportunities for extended trips.

Qualifications

• Valid drivers license for assigned vehicle and CDL when required.
• Clean driving record and ability to meet qualification requirements.
• Ability to obtain DOT Medical Examiners Certificate when required.
• Experience operating commercial vehicles and knowledge of cargo securement.
• Ability to obtain U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate assigned company vehicles and trailers.
• Transport materials, production hardware, tooling, and other cargo between facilities, vendors, test sites, and external partners.
• Execute local and regional routes based on operational requirements.
• Complete pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections of vehicles, trailers, equipment, and cargo.
• Ensure cargo is properly loaded, secured, and transported per requirements.
• Transport hazardous materials only when properly licensed, trained, and authorized.

Skills

Class A CDL

DOT compliance

Cargo securement

Vehicle inspections

Independent worker

Job description

Castelion is moving incredibly fast to develop and deliver advanced defense systems at a time when execution matters more than ever. We believe focus, ownership, and excellence are decisive advantages - and we're building a world-class team to turn bold ideas into real capability.

This is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage, where you'll have significant ownership, collaborate with exceptional teammates, and make a direct, measurable impact on our mission and the future of the company - regardless of your function.

Driver

As a Driver, you will safely transport materials, equipment, production hardware, tooling, and other mission-critical cargo between Castelion facilities, vendors, test sites, and external partners. You will be responsible for operating assigned vehicles, completing required inspections, securing cargo, maintaining accurate transportation records, and complying with all applicable safety, regulatory, and company requirements. This role requires sound judgment, attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate assigned company vehicles and trailers.
• Transport materials, equipment, production hardware, tooling, and other cargo between facilities, vendors, test sites, and external partners.
• Execute local and regional routes based on operational requirements.
• Complete pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections of vehicles, trailers, equipment, and cargo.
• Ensure cargo is properly loaded, secured, and transported in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Transport hazardous materials only when properly licensed, trained, medically qualified, and authorized to do so.
• Verify required shipping papers, manifests, permits, emergency response information, and other transportation documentation.
• Comply with applicable DOT, FMCSA, state, company, hours-of-service, weight, routing, and cargo-securement requirements.
• Maintain accurate driver logs, inspection records, shipment documentation, and proof of delivery.
• Maintain assigned vehicles, trailers, and equipment in a safe, clean, and serviceable condition.
• Report vehicle defects, cargo issues, delays, incidents, or safety concerns promptly.
• Follow all company safety, security, environmental, and emergency-response procedures.
• Coordinate professionally with internal teams, vendors, customers, and external partners.
• Maintain confidentiality and security when transporting sensitive or mission-critical materials.
• Support changing schedules, urgent transportation needs, overtime, and occasional extended or regional routes as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Valid driver's license appropriate for the assigned vehicle.
• Commercial Driver's License when required for assigned vehicles or routes.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record and ability to meet company driver-qualification requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate when required.
• Ability to comply with applicable DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions.
• Experience operating commercial vehicles, delivery vehicles, trucks, or trailers.
• Knowledge of vehicle inspection, cargo securement, and safe driving practices.
• Ability to read and follow transportation documents, route instructions, and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe, reliable operations.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50–75 pounds.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Clear communication and dependable attendance.
• Flexibility to work overtime, changing schedules, and occasional extended routes.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Experience transporting regulated, sensitive, hazardous, or high-value cargo.
• Experience operating tractor-trailers, box trucks, flatbeds, or other commercial vehicles.
• Experience with cargo securement, shipping documentation, and transportation records.
• Current Transportation Worker Identification Credential.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, construction, military, or other regulated environments.
• Previous experience supporting local and regional transportation operations.
• Active U.S. government security clearance.
• This role may require driving between multiple company locations, vendors, test sites, and partner facilities.
• Work may occur indoors, outdoors, in vehicle yards, loading areas, and industrial environments.
• The role may involve extended periods of driving, standing, walking, lifting, bending, climbing, and working around vehicles and equipment.
• Drivers must be willing to work flexible hours based on operational needs.

Castelion offers a generous benefits package. Please refer to the bottom of our Careers page for more details.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

This position may require access to classified information or restricted U.S. Government sites, systems, or information, as determined by the Company and/or applicable U.S. Government requirements. If the position is so designated, your employment in the role may be contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain the required U.S. Government security clearance or other government authorization, and to satisfy any citizenship or other eligibility requirements imposed by applicable law, regulation, executive order, or government contract requirements. You will be notified if and when such requirements apply.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

Castelion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Castelion is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, participate in the interview process, or otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests for accommodation will be considered on an individual basis and handled in accordance with applicable law.

Castelion is committed to fostering a workplace where employment decisions are based on qualifications, business needs, and the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.