Junior IT Shipping Specialist

About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Program Overview

Nationwide program dedicated to maintaining IT infrastructure operations across TSA. Contract supports all US airports and 30+ US Embassy/Consulates international sites across 30 different countries where TSA is present

About The Role

Peraton is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Junior IT Shipping Specialist to support logistics and asset management activities for TSA devices. This role is ideal for an early-career professional looking to build hands-on experience in IT operations, inventory management, and equipment deployment within a mission-driven environment.

You will play a critical role in ensuring IT equipment is properly prepared, tested, tracked, and delivered to support operational readiness.

Location: Springfield, VA (On-site)

Hours: Will be required to work M-F 7:30am to 3:30pm on site at the warehouse.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and fulfill requests for IT equipment including laptops, desktops, VOIP devices, peripherals, UPS, switches, and servers
• Review and validate equipment requests to ensure accuracy and complete shipping details
• Support requests from internal systems and portals (e.g., Field Equipment Portal and iShare)
• Identify, pull, and inspect equipment to meet fulfillment requirements
• Perform equipment testing and evaluation using standard checklists to ensure operational readiness
• Image PCs, servers, and other applicable devices as required
• Accurately capture and maintain asset tracking information
• Prepare, package, label, and ship equipment in accordance with established procedures
• Maintain organized inventory and support onsite warehouse operations

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree and 0 years of experience or an Associates degree and 2 years of experience or a High School diploma/equivalent and 4 years of experience.
• US Citizenship required with the ability to obtain an entry on duty security clearance
• 0-2 years of experience in IT support, logistics, shipping/receiving, or warehouse operations
• Basic understanding of computer hardware (laptops, desktops, servers, peripherals)
• Ability to follow detailed processes and maintain accurate records
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Must be able to work onsite in Springfield, VA during designated hours

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with asset management or inventory tracking systems
• Familiarity with imaging tools or basic IT configuration processes
• Experience supporting government or regulated environments (e.g., TSA, DHS)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to spend 4+ hours per day on your feet, often walking long distances throughout airport and office environments to support customer equipment.
• Ability to lift 40-50 pounds when installing IT equipment.
• Ability to push/pull carts to transport equipment.
• Ability to kneel, bend, and reach under desks to connect or repair cabling, and connect patch cables from patch panels to network switches.
• Physical activity may include climbing ladders, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and using hand tools.
• Required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal.
• Subject to hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, and electrical current.

Details

Target Salary Range: $39,000 - $62,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.