Loadmaster

Samaritan's Purse; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Medical Clinic

FSA

Disability insurance

Paid family leave

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse in Greensboro, NC, seeks a Loadmaster to join the Mission Aviation Services team. You will develop and validate aircraft load plans to ensure weight and balance, cargo placement, and safety.

Travel 50–100 days per year; deploy with missions and supervise loading operations while ensuring FAA and GOM compliance. A Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years’ experience are required, with strong teamwork and safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years related experience or equivalent.
• Broad understanding of aviation Loadmaster responsibilities and hazardous materials requirements.
• Strong safety mindset and professional judgment.
• Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines and adapt to change.
• Strong teamwork in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate aircraft load plans to ensure weight balance and proper cargo placement.
• Review load plans with Pilot-in-Command and coordinate with aircraft crew.
• Oversee loading and securing of cargo during missions and deployments.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, GOM, safety and hazardous materials rules.
• Train and supervise loadmasters, loaders, and volunteers.

Skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Independence

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Ground equipment

Job description

Location: Greensboro, NC, United States
Job ID: 17805
Date Posted: Oct 6, 2026

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What do we believe?

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work.

We are seeking a Loadmaster to join our Mission Aviation Services team in Greensboro, NC. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In the role of Loadmaster, you will have the opportunity to:

Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ

Develop and validate aircraft load plans to ensure accurate weight and balance, proper cargo placement and restraint, load-limit compliance, and overall safety of flight; review load plans and Notices to Captain with the Pilot-in-Command prior to flight.

Coordinate with the Director of Operations, Chief Pilot, and Pilot-in-Command to determine appropriate cargo weight and placement based on aircraft limitations, destination, and fuel requirements, and oversee the safe loading and securing of cargo.

Deploy with aircraft missions as needed to oversee loading and offloading operations at deployed locations, including hazardous materials and special cargo in accordance with Samaritan's Purse policies and applicable requirements.

Ensure compliance with applicable FAA, General Operations Manual (GOM), safety, security, and hazardous materials requirements, including participation in special cargo load analysis and verification of required positioning and restraint.

Train and supervise loadmasters, load builders, and volunteers in load planning, cargo loading/offloading, and special cargo operations; assist with the management, inspection, and readiness of Samaritan's Purse loading equipment.

Other duties as assigned.

What are the qualifications?

Serve with Excellence

As a qualified candidate, you will have the following skills and experience:

Bachelor's Degree from a college or university, and four (4) or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience loading aircraft, as well as operating warehouse and ground equipment required.

Broad understanding of aviation Loadmaster responsibilities, including operating equipment around aircraft, and comprehensive knowledge of requirements for transporting Dangerous Goods (Hazardous Materials) by air.

Strong commitment to safety and service, with the ability to maintain professionalism, demonstrate confidence and sound judgment, and protect confidential and sensitive flight and organizational information.

Ability to think critically, make sound decisions, work independently, meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and adapt effectively to changing operational requirements.

Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with others in dynamic operational environments.

What are the benefits?

Walk in Bold Faith

Samaritan's Purse is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

On-site Medical Clinic at IHQ (staff and dependents)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Long-term and Short-term disability insurance

Paid Family Medical Leave

Term Life Insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

10 paid holidays

12 vacation/personal days

Type: Full-Time

Department: Mission Aviation Services

Language Requirement: Fluency in English (required)

Travel: This position requires approximately 50-100 days of domestic and international travel per year. Maintaining required travel documents and vaccinations for entry into foreign countries will be necessary.

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Samaritan's Purse
PO Box 3000
Boone, NC 28607
828.262.1980.

Samaritan’s Purse is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity. All contributions designated for specific projects shall be applied to those projects, and we may assess up to 10 percent to be used for administering the gift. Occasionally, we receive more contributions for a given project than can be wisely applied to that project. When that happens, we use these funds to meet a similar pressing need.