Logistics Associate

<p><strong>Who we are</strong></p> <p>Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.</p> <p>As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We’re hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years.</p> <p><strong>What you will be doing</strong></p> <p>The Logistics Associate will co-own and support all international and domestic outbound shipping operations, including for controlled and hazardous materials (lithium batteries), defense-related electronics, and ITAR-restricted items. This individual will build and manage logistics systems, oversee compliance with international trade and export laws, and develop scalable SOPs to support production ramp-up and global expansion.</p> <ul> <li>Manage end-to-end shipping and logistics for domestic and international shipments,&nbsp;including air, ocean, and ground freight</li> <li>Oversee packaging, labeling, and documentation of dangerous goods (DG) shipments&nbsp;(IATA, IMDG, 49 CFR)</li> <li>Ensure all logistics operations adhere to export control (ITAR/EAR), customs, and&nbsp;hazardous material regulations</li> <li>Maintain relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and carriers to ensure&nbsp;reliable and compliant service</li> <li>Develop and monitor performance KPIs across shipping cost, lead time, and delivery&nbsp;reliability</li> <li>Maintain DG certifications and ensure proper staff training and recordkeeping per&nbsp;regulatory requirements</li> <li>Use NetSuite and other internal systems to monitor order demand, production readiness, and shipment status, helping to prioritize fulfillment activities based on customer commitments, need-by dates, available capacity, material readiness, export compliance requirements, and DPAS-rated orders. Collaborate with Business Development, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to proactively resolve constraints and support on-time delivery</li> </ul> <p><strong>You should have the following</strong></p> <ul> <li>1–3 years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or related operations&nbsp;environments is preferred. We are also open to candidates who demonstrate a strong&nbsp;work ethic, a history of taking initiative, and the ability to quickly learn new skills and&a