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Material Expeditor

Yesterday Independence, MO

Description

The NISC program at Leidos currently has an opening for a Material Expeditor to work in the FAA Staging Facility in Independence, MO. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience helping the National Airspace System Integration Support mission.

This position will provide logistics support to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) throughout the Central Service Area.

Duties Include but not limited to:

  • Locate and move materials and parts between work areas to expedite processing of goods, according to pre-determined schedules and priorities.
  • Use FAA authorized automation products/databases, (Staging Area Website, PRISM, etc.) and other electronic or analog products to maintain logistics records and review production schedules, inventory reports and work orders to determine types, quantities, and availability of required material and ensure customer due dates are met.
  • Perform internet research of vendor websites to coordinate location, availability and cost of materials to support logistics transactions.
  • Notify and respond as requested to emergency transactions to meet customer orders.
  • Store, stack, or palletize material in accordance with prescribed storage methods and when required, move material from storage and prepare it for shipment.
  • Use Power Truck, Forklift, and other warehouse equipment necessary to support daily logistic operations.
  • Utilize daily safety checklist of Power Truck, Forklift, and other Staging Area equipment.
  • Suggest modifications in work processes to meet long-term performance and service requirements.
  • Ensure work areas are neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
  • Support ad-hoc and end of year purchases by deadlines.
  • Mc-1/3 Tool Stock Excess Transaction and Inventory.
  • Prepare Daily Activity Log.

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent and 5+ experience with shipping & receiving
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to Obtain and maintain a Government Public Trust Suitability
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to pass drug screening
  • Power truck/forklift experience

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

April 8, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $41,600.00 - $75,200.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Client-provided location(s): Independence, MO
Job ID: Leidos-R-00180349
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-04-09T19:05:11

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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