Air Export Agent Jobs
Air export agent jobs are open across freight forwarding, logistics, and third-party supply chain firms, at levels from entry-level coordinator to senior and supervisory, with specializations in hazardous cargo documentation, perishables handling, and customs compliance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We’re problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction.
Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT. Find out what our people deliver.® means when you come move the world with us!
Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.
- Receive and validate customer order (Cargowise Org, Credit, Export POA, Restricted Commodities, Cargo Value, Embargoes/Sanctions, Additional Services, Documentation Requirements, Incoterms)
- Identify best routing / transit option per customer request/SOP
- Anticipate and secure quotation from vendors for all potential order costs
- Issue customer or overseas office/agent quotation & confirm acceptance
- Perform TSA Known Shipper Check
- Secure booking from Airline
- Dispatch inland carriage with subcontractor if applicable
- Accrue for all costs in CargoWise and perform initial profitability check
- Issue customer booking confirmation
- Confirm timely delivery/receipt of cargo and update system milestone
- Receive and validate customer documents
- Ensure receipt of AES Data elements in writing from USPPI (if applicable)
- File AES according to USPPI instructions (if applicable)
- Receive and validate master air waybill
- Track and confirm flight departure and update system milestone
- Issue AIT House air waybill according to customer & destination requirements
- Upload all documents to edocs in CargoWise
- Send Pre Alert to overseas office/agent
- Confirm final costs, ensuring all are accrued and final profitability check complete
- Issue Invoice to customer/overseas office as required
- Distribute documents as per shipper requirement / SOP
- Manage customer reporting and/or additional system milestones as required
- A team player who works well with others – being respectful to our teammates is a Core Value
- A strong work ethic with an appreciation for ownership, independence, accountability, and autonomy in your role
- Growth mindset – being passionate about your craft, always looking for ways to improve yourself and the company, being open to change and doing things differently
- Customer service focus – we serve a wide variety of customers, both internal and external, and building relationships is a part of our culture
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2-4 Years Freight Forwarding experience preferred
- Dangerous Goods Certification preferred
- Certified CargoWise Specialist CCO required
- Advanced Knowledge of CargoWise
- Advanced math & geography skills.
- Identify and resolves problems.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to analyze numerical data and understand components, relationships, find patterns and draw conclusions.
- Intermediate knowledge of freight movement, air vendors, air space configurations, container loads, special loading constraints, regulatory requirements, pricing, service routings, AIT product offerings, equipment types, incoterms, and shipment profitability.
- Intermediate knowledge of country regulations and AIT policies & procedures that minimize risks to the customer and company.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide using units of currency, weight, volume, and distance measurements.
- Basic to intermediate experience using MS Office
- Applies acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Ability to read, comprehend and write routine correspondence.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with a variety of people; can effectively present information in one-on-one or small group settings.
AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.
We’re problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction.
Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT. Find out what our people deliver.® means when you come move the world with us!
Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.
- Receive and validate customer order (Cargowise Org, Credit, Export POA, Restricted Commodities, Cargo Value, Embargoes/Sanctions, Additional Services, Documentation Requirements, Incoterms)
- Identify best routing / transit option per customer request/SOP
- Anticipate and secure quotation from vendors for all potential order costs
- Issue customer or overseas office/agent quotation & confirm acceptance
- Perform TSA Known Shipper Check
- Secure booking from Airline
- Dispatch inland carriage with subcontractor if applicable
- Accrue for all costs in CargoWise and perform initial profitability check
- Issue customer booking confirmation
- Confirm timely delivery/receipt of cargo and update system milestone
- Receive and validate customer documents
- Ensure receipt of AES Data elements in writing from USPPI (if applicable)
- File AES according to USPPI instructions (if applicable)
- Receive and validate master air waybill
- Track and confirm flight departure and update system milestone
- Issue AIT House air waybill according to customer & destination requirements
- Upload all documents to edocs in CargoWise
- Send Pre Alert to overseas office/agent
- Confirm final costs, ensuring all are accrued and final profitability check complete
- Issue Invoice to customer/overseas office as required
- Distribute documents as per shipper requirement / SOP
- Manage customer reporting and/or additional system milestones as required
- A team player who works well with others – being respectful to our teammates is a Core Value
- A strong work ethic with an appreciation for ownership, independence, accountability, and autonomy in your role
- Growth mindset – being passionate about your craft, always looking for ways to improve yourself and the company, being open to change and doing things differently
- Customer service focus – we serve a wide variety of customers, both internal and external, and building relationships is a part of our culture
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2-4 Years Freight Forwarding experience preferred
- Dangerous Goods Certification preferred
- Certified CargoWise Specialist CCO required
- Advanced Knowledge of CargoWise
- Advanced math & geography skills.
- Identify and resolves problems.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to analyze numerical data and understand components, relationships, find patterns and draw conclusions.
- Intermediate knowledge of freight movement, air vendors, air space configurations, container loads, special loading constraints, regulatory requirements, pricing, service routings, AIT product offerings, equipment types, incoterms, and shipment profitability.
- Intermediate knowledge of country regulations and AIT policies & procedures that minimize risks to the customer and company.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide using units of currency, weight, volume, and distance measurements.
- Basic to intermediate experience using MS Office
- Applies acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Ability to read, comprehend and write routine correspondence.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with a variety of people; can effectively present information in one-on-one or small group settings.
AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in air export agent jobs.
- 1-3 years of air freight forwarding or export operations experience
- Proficiency with cargo management systems such as Cargowise or Magaya
- Knowledge of IATA regulations and international air export documentation
- Experience preparing airway bills, commercial invoices, and packing lists
- Familiarity with U.S. Customs and Border Protection export filing requirements
- High school diploma or associate degree, with IATA or Dangerous Goods certification preferred
Tips for Your Air Export Agent Job Search
Tailor your resume to freight documentation
Highlight specific export documents you've prepared, such as airway bills, shipper's export declarations, and commercial invoices. Generic logistics resumes get screened out fast when freight forwarders are looking for candidates who can hit the ground running on day one.
List your Freight Forwarder certifications clearly
If you hold IATA certification, a Dangerous Goods designation, or a Customs Broker license, put those above your work history. Many hiring managers filter for these credentials before reading anything else in an air export agent application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists air export agent openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target freight forwarders near major cargo airports
Air export roles cluster around hubs like JFK, O'Hare, LAX, and Miami International. When searching, filter by proximity to these airports, since most employers expect on-site coordination with ramp agents and customs brokers during peak cargo windows.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers frequently describe a last-minute shipment cutoff or a documentation discrepancy and ask how you'd resolve it. Walk through your actual decision-making process, naming the carrier systems or customs portals you'd use, rather than giving a theoretical answer.
Negotiate shift differentials and overtime structures
Air export operations run around the clock, so your offer often includes overnight or weekend premiums on top of base pay. Ask specifically about how overtime is calculated and whether on-call coverage affects your base rate before you accept.
Air Export Agent Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most air export agents?
The most active employers for air export agents right now are AIT Worldwide Logistics, PGL, and Expeditors, and the most openings are in Illinois, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity shifts with cargo volumes, so checking listings frequently gives you the most accurate picture of where demand is highest.
How many air export agent jobs are remote?
About 22% of air export agent openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most cargo operations. Roles focused primarily on documentation review, rate quoting, or customer service coordination are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become an air export agent?
Start by building a foundation in freight operations, either through an entry-level logistics coordinator role or a formal freight forwarding program. Earning IATA certification and a Dangerous Goods designation significantly improves your candidacy. From there, hands-on experience with cargo management software and export documentation is what moves you into a dedicated air export agent role.
Can you get hired as an air export agent with little experience?
Yes, some freight forwarders hire candidates with no direct air export experience if they can demonstrate familiarity with shipping documentation, customs terminology, or customer service in a logistics context. Completing an IATA course before applying and emphasizing any exposure to international shipments, even in a support role, strengthens your application considerably.
What does the air export agent interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your documentation experience and software familiarity. An in-person or video interview typically follows, where you walk through how you'd handle a cutoff shipment or a customs discrepancy. Some companies add a short practical exercise involving a sample airway bill or export declaration to assess your accuracy under time pressure.
Where can I find and apply to air export agent jobs?
You can find and apply to air export agent jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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