Transportation Operations Coordinator

Leidos; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Transportation Specialist to support daily transportation operations in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. You will be the primary contact for initiating, reviewing, coordinating, and tracking requests to ensure accurate, authorized, and timely service.

The role requires excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality customer service throughout the U.S. geographies.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Polygraph prior to start.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong customer service skills with a demonstrated ability to support customers in a professional, responsive, and solutions-oriented manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional email correspondence and telephone etiquette.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to review documentation, identify discrepancies, and ensure accuracy.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing requirements.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume operational environment.
• Good understanding of U.S. geography and the ability to identify locations, routes, and general transportation considerations.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to independently resolve routine issues, exercise sound judgment, and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Teams.
• Ability to follow established processes, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with required approvals and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all transportation-related requests, inquiries, coordination efforts, and operational issues.
• Initiate, coordinate, and monitor transportation activities from initial request through final execution, ensuring timely and accurate service delivery.
• Review and validate transportation requests for accuracy, completeness, required approvals, and compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Coordinate transportation requirements with internal teams, customers, drivers, and other stakeholders to ensure operational needs are met.
• Demonstrate strong geographical knowledge, including familiarity with U.S. locations, transportation routes, and regional logistics considerations.
• Provide exceptional customer service by responding promptly and professionally to inquiries, addressing concerns, and resolving transportation-related issues.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Geographical knowledge

MS Office

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Teams

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Transportation Specialist to support daily transportation operations in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. You will be the primary contact for initiating, reviewing, coordinating, and tracking requests to ensure accurate, authorized, and timely service.

The role requires excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality customer service throughout the U.S. geographies.