Materials Handler / Cycle Counter

Req Id: 460

Location:

CLARKSBURG, MD, US, 20871

Date: Aug 19, 2026

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI) Headquartered in Clarksburg, MD, is a U.S. company that has been serving domestic and international defense Air, Land and Sea domains for 60+ years. With over 1,000 employees, TDSI and its four subsidiaries (Advanced Acoustic Concepts, Digital Receiver Technology, Tampa Microwave, and Trusted Cyber Technologies), supports U.S. Joint Services, special operations forces and multi-national partners with a variety of communication, visualization, signal intelligence/electronic warfare, and sensor/sonar capabilities. TDSI’s key technologies include tactical handheld radios, expeditionary satellite terminals, helmet-mounted displays, optics and target recognition capability, advanced radars, undersea sensing and missile systems. Lives depend on what we do!

Top Benefits (Subject to terms of applicable policies/plans)

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Incentive Compensation Plan
• Medical insurance for self and eligible family members
• Generous 401(k) program- up to 7% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid wellness, vacation, and holiday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is currently seeking a team player to fill a Materials Handler / Cycle Counter role at our Clarksburg, Maryland Campus. This role reports to the Manager of Materials/Stockroom .

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inventory maintenance work with speed and accuracy.
• Perform transactions in MRP system.
• Cycle counting and making proper adjustments.
• Assist in Recording and maintaining control of inventory items purchased and produced.
• Ensures compliance with established internal control.
• Pulls material for kits and/or shipping.
• Coordinate with the Material Handlers, Production Control Planner, Stock Room, Quality, Purchasing, and Engineering to ensure a consistent flow of product through the factory in support of all delivery schedules.

Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• U.S. Citizenship required. - Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing/stockroom environment.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions - Fluency in English required.
• Experience with computers and the ability to work with numbers to perform accurate detailed counts of materials.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record to drive Company vehicles.
• Good work habits - detail oriented, time management, attendance and punctuality
• Ability to stand, climb, load, bend etc. to perform the responsibilities of position safely.
• Ability to perform manual tasks for extended periods of time.
• Knowledge of a MRP system (SAP a plus).
• Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values.

The hourly pay range for this role is $24.08 - $30.76 USD along with a target incentive compensation plan (ICP) of 3% . The pay range provided is a good faith estimate representative of the experience level for the role described above. TDSI considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

For specific questions about this job posting, candidates may contact talent acquisition at [email protected].

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is committed to non-discrimination as applicable under federal, state and local laws. We are an E-Verify Employer. If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales Defense & Security, Inc., please call Human Resources at 240-864-7000.

Nearest Major Market: Washington DC