Logistics Coordinator

Observable Space; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Observable Space is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage movement of materials, components, and finished systems across US and international sites. You will coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, work with carriers, freight forwarders, suppliers, customers, and internal teams to plan, document, track, and resolve issues throughout the shipping lifecycle.

This role sits at the intersection of manufacturing, supply chain, and customer delivery, requiring proactive communication and

Qualifications

• 3+ years in logistics or supply chain coordination.
• Experience coordinating domestic shipments; international shipping is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication; detail-oriented and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate domestic and international shipments with carriers, freight forwarders, suppliers, customers, and internal teams.
• Prepare shipping documents and ensure accuracy of commercial invoices and packing lists.
• Track shipments and proactively communicate status, delays, and changes.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Sales, Sourcing, Field Support, and Marketing to align shipments with demand.
• Help develop standard logistics processes as the company scales.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Shipping documentation

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Shipping platforms

Excel

Job description

About Observable Space

At Observable Space, we're redefining how humanity observes and connects with the universe. We're a vertically integrated, high-growth, space technology company building industry-leading precision optics platforms for Earth and in space. Our systems are trusted by thousands of customers, including NASA, JPL, SpaceX, Boeing, RTX, the US Space Force and the U.S. Department of War, leading research institutions and international partners.

We combine precision opto-mechanical hardware, embedded compute, cloud orchestration, and developer-friendly APIs into world class products at scale with in-house manufacturing. From advanced ground stations, on-orbit sensor suites, free space optical lasercom, to distributed compute platforms, we deliver the foundational systems enabling continuous, real-time navigation, observation, and communication in space.

Observable Space is backed by top-tier institutional investors including Lux Capital, Upfront Ventures, RTX Ventures, Detroit Venture Partners and Embedded Ventures. To learn more, visit observable.space.

About the Role

Observable Space is hiring a Logistics Coordinator to help manage the movement of materials, components, and finished systems across our growing operations. You'll coordinate both inbound shipments from suppliers and outbound shipments of our systems and equipment to customers and sites across the U.S. and internationally.

This role sits at the intersection of manufacturing, supply chain, and customer delivery. You'll own the day-to-day coordination of shipments from planning through delivery - working with carriers, freight forwarders, suppliers, customers, and internal teams; preparing required documentation; tracking shipments; and proactively resolving issues when plans change. As our operations expand into more customers, sites, and countries, you'll help build the processes needed to make our logistics operations reliable and scalable.

What You'll Do

Shipment Coordination

• Coordinate domestic and international inbound and outbound shipments with carriers, freight forwarders, suppliers, customers, and internal teams
• Manage shipments from initial planning through final delivery, ensuring materials and systems arrive where they need to be, when they need to be there
• Coordinate inbound shipments of materials and components from suppliers to support manufacturing schedules
• Coordinate outbound shipments of finished systems, equipment, spare parts, and other materials to customers and deployment sites
• Track multiple active shipments and proactively communicate status, delays, and changes to relevant stakeholders
• Troubleshoot transportation delays, missed deliveries, damaged shipments, and other logistics issues through resolution

International Shipping & Documentation

• Prepare and maintain shipping documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and customs documentation
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and other partners to support international shipments and customs clearance
• Coordinate customs and commercial documentation for equipment traveling with Field Support/Services personnel, including tools, spare parts, and replacement or warranty items
• Gather and verify shipment information needed for import and export requirements
• Maintain accurate and complete shipment records and supporting documentation
• Escalate complex customs, regulatory, or international shipping issues when additional expertise is required

Logistics Operations

• Maintain accurate logistics trackers and systems so internal teams have visibility into shipment status and upcoming deliveries
• Coordinate closely with Manufacturing, Sales, Sourcing, Field Support, and Marketing to align shipments with production and customer requirements
• Review freight costs and support efforts to improve shipping efficiency, cost, and reliability
• Help develop and improve standard logistics processes, documentation, and workflows as the company scales
• Provide additional logistics and supply chain support as priorities evolve

What You'll Bring

• Experience in logistics, transportation, freight, shipping, supply chain coordination, or a similar role
• Experience coordinating domestic shipments; exposure to international shipping and customs documentation is strongly preferred
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple shipments and priorities simultaneously
• Exceptional attention to detail, particularly when preparing and reviewing shipping and customs documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to troubleshoot problems, adapt quickly when plans change, and drive issues through resolution
• Comfort working with ERP systems, shipping platforms, spreadsheets, and other logistics tools
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Who You Are

Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple moving pieces at once

Proactive - you track shipments cl