Logistician – Secret Clearance| Charleston, SC

Cambridge International Systems, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) immediate vesting and match

Paid time off and company holidays

Relocation assistance

Sign-on and performance-based bonuses

Employee referral program

Job summary

Cambridge International Systems, Inc. seeks a Logistician to support operations in Charleston, SC. This full-time CONUS position requires an active DoD Secret clearance. You will manage materials, inventory, and logistics processes, with CAD drafting and testing responsibilities, to ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role emphasizes proactive communication with leadership and collaboration across functions to optimize logistics performance in a secure environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; related military experience or trade/industrial school graduate.
• 5 years professional experience solving technical problems.
• Strong engineering concepts and practical understanding of related disciplines.
• Must have active DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that the product, service, and process meet quality and safety standards.
• Tests equipment to ensure operation is effective and safe.
• Interprets plans and drawings; contributes to test specimens design.
• CAD drafting; prepares shop drawings and understands materials and fabrication methods.
• Manages material flow (shipping, receiving, movement between locations).
• Maintains inventory control and reviews records in inventory management systems (GCSS-MC, CMPro).
• Communicates with leadership; ensures alignment and informed decision-making.

Skills

Inventory management

MS Excel

Communication

CAD

Technical problem solving

Education

High School diploma/GED

Military experience or trade/industrial school

Tools

GCSS-MC

CMPro

CAD software

Job description

Logistician – Secret Clearance|Charleston, SC

Cambridge International Systems, Inc.

Join a dynamic global team united by shared values: commitment, integrity, and perseverance. At Cambridge, you’ll work alongside top talent worldwide, tackling some of today’s most complex and critical challenges in defense and security.

We are currently seeking a Logistician to support operations in Charleston, SC. This is a full-time CONUS position requiring an active DoD Secret clearance.

What You’ll Do

• Ensures that the product/service and process meet quality and safety standards
• Testing equipment to make sure that the process operates effectively and safely
• Interpret plans and drawings and contribute to the design and fabrication of test specimens
• Computer aided drafting (CAD), ability to prepare shop drawings for model construction, and be familiar with material specifications and fabrication methods
• Material management (shipping, receiving, movement between locations, etc.)
• Inventory control (counts, issuing, maintaining stock)
• Review and analyze records in inventory management systems (GCSS-MC, CMPro, etc.)
• Familiarity with MS Office suite (especially Excel)
• This role requires exceptional communication and active listening skills, with an emphasis on clarity, consistency, and collaborative dialogue. The successful candidate will maintain ongoing, proactive communication with leadership to ensure alignment, support informed decision‑making, and foster a strong, transparent working relationship
• Assesses and facilitates the company's logistical functions
• Inspect logistical areas for process improvement and cost savings
• Ascertains supply requirements from authorization documents
• Arranges the flow of goods in the company

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Education & Experience:
  • High School diploma/GED, related military experience, or trade/industrial school graduate
  • 5 years professional experience solving technical problems
• Technical Expertise:
  • Strong Trained in the skills and techniques related to engineering and/or software design/maintenance
  • Possess a practical understanding of engineering concepts
• Clearance:
  • Must have a current and active DoD Secret security clearance

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Periods of prolonged sitting and/or standing, including desk-based computer work
• Travel between work locations, including company offices, customer sites, and government installations.
• Transport and use of work equipment, such as laptops and job-related tools, during site visits.
• Work is performed in a secure facility where personal electronic devices (including Bluetooth- or Wi-Fi-enabled devices) may be restricted.
• Work may be performed in industrial or potentially hazardous environments, including around heavy machinery and moving equipment.
• Regular exposure to outdoor conditions and varying weather.
• Physical activities may include bending, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials, consistent with established one-person lift guidelines.
• Use of tools, equipment, and machinery as required for the role.
• Work at elevated heights using ladders, scaffolding, boom lifts, or scissor lifts.
• Communication with team members, customers, and stakeholders through verbal and written methods.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work under deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Interaction with others in dynamic environments, including situations requiring problem-solving and conflict resolution.

Background & Security

• Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness insurance
• 401(k) immediate vesting and match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Generous tuition & training support
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on and performance-based bonuses
• Employee referral program
• Access to Tickets at Work, EAP, wellness initiatives, and more

About Cambridge International Systems

At Cambridge, we recognize innovation and agility grow through teamwork. By working collaboratively, listening proactively, and engaging across functions we create solutions that build on the best ideas our employees bring to the table. We are committed to one another, to persevere in order to get the job done, and to do so with integrity every time. Learn more at www.cbridgeinc.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to any protected status under applicable law or other similar factors that are not job‑related. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. Selected applicants may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with federal, state, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact our Recruiting Team at [e-mail].