International Defense Logistics Specialist | ITAR/Export Expert

Mach Industries; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental and vision

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Professional development

Equity opportunities

Job summary

Mach Industries in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking a Logistics Specialist to coordinate domestic and international shipments of defense hardware across commercial, government, and military programs, working with freight forwarders and customs brokers.

You will manage export/import documentation, tariff classifications, ITAR/EAR compliance, and incident resolution, while maintaining audit-ready records and supporting cross-functional teams in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in logistics, transportation, or international shipping.
• Knowledge of HTS/HS and Schedule B, customs docs.
• Familiar with US export/import regs (ITAR, EAR, AES/EEI, FTR).
• Experience with freight forwarders, brokers, carriers.
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Workspace; maintain shipment records.
• Able to operate in a fast-paced defense startup; occasional after-hours.
• Willing to support cross-functional logistics/warehouse as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate domestic and international shipments by air, ocean, ground, and courier.
• Manage end-to-end international logistics including customs clearance.
• Prepare invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and other docs.
• Determine tariff classifications and support origin, duties, and compliance.
• Support export compliance activities (ITAR, EAR, AES/EEI).
• Coordinate temporary exports/imports for demos and events.
• Partner with multiple teams to develop logistics plans.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, brokers, carriers to resolve issues.
• Ensure hazardous materials/DG compliance (49 CFR, IATA/ICAO, IMDG).
• Maintain shipment records and audit-ready files.
• Identify risks and drive resolution.
• Develop and improve standard work and workflows.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Support other logistics functions as needed.

Skills

Logistics experience

Tariff classifications

Export/import regulations

Freight forwarders coordination

Excel/Google Sheets

Fast-paced environment

Cross-functional collaboration

After-hours support

Job description

Mach Industries in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking a Logistics Specialist to coordinate domestic and international shipments of defense hardware across commercial, government, and military programs, working with freight forwarders and customs brokers.

You will manage export/import documentation, tariff classifications, ITAR/EAR compliance, and incident resolution, while maintaining audit-ready records and supporting cross-functional teams in a fast-paced startup environment.