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Airspace

AI-powered time-critical freight with real-time tracking

Operations Specialist 1-3

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/15/2026
MYR3.3k - MYR4.5k
Mid
George Town, Penang, Malaysia
In PersonIn-office work in the Penang office is required.
Operations & LogisticsLogistics & Transportation

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 1–2+ years of experience in an international logistics environment, preferably in freight forwarding, air, express, courier, same-day logistics, or a related field.
  • At least 2+ years of proven experience in a similar customer service or operations role.
  • Ability to move rapidly between critical tasks and shift roles when necessary.
  • Ability to make sound judgments quickly.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain organized records.
  • Fluency in spoken and written English.
  • Ability to work in person in the Penang office.
Responsibilities
  • Provide customer service.
  • Make quick decisions and resolve issues as they arise.
  • Ensure key performance indicators are met.
  • Collaborate with team members to move shipments from point A to point B.
  • Prioritize tasks appropriately.
  • Document issues to support corrective actions and team updates.
  • Assist with fundamental operations tasks, including transaction processing and daily logistics activities.
  • Track the movement of goods and provide real-time shipment updates using various systems.
  • Work flexible or irregular hours, including overtime, particularly during peak times or when addressing critical issues.
  • Work in the Penang office.
Desired Qualifications
  • Additional language skills are a bonus.
  • Knowledge of basic logistics principles, including Incoterms, supply chain fundamentals, and international trade, is a plus.

About the company

Airspace is a tech-enabled freight forwarder focused on time-critical logistics. It uses an AI-powered platform to plan routes, compare options, and provide end-to-end real-time tracking for shipments. The system monitors environmental conditions such as shock, temperature, and humidity, and delivers proactive communications plus a shareable tracking link for clients. The service targets industries with urgent, sensitive deliveries—healthcare (e.g., organ shipments) and aviation (e.g., critical aircraft parts)—offering higher reliability and visibility than traditional freight forwarders. Its goal is to make complex, urgent shipments more transparent and dependable by combining advanced routing with continuous monitoring and client-facing updates.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$136M

Headquarters

Carlsbad, California

Founded

2014

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What believers are saying

  • Airspace says it ships thousands daily across aerospace, healthcare, life sciences, high-tech, automotive.
  • Prologis highlighted 20% faster coast-to-coast shipments and fewer major delays in September 2025.
  • The company raised $70 million, bringing total funding to $138 million for expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Competitors like FedEx SameDay and UPS Healthcare can undercut Airspace on scale and coverage.
  • Airspace’s value depends on premium time-critical volume; any healthcare slowdown hits revenue fast.
  • If airline capacity disruptions persist, missed organ and aerospace SLAs destroy customer trust quickly.

What makes Airspace unique

  • Airspace’s March 2026 instant-quoting freight launch targets same- and next-day shipments up to 10,000 pounds.
  • Its AirTrace platform tracks location, temperature, shocks, humidity, and exceptions in real time.
  • Proprietary AI routing dispatches shipments across 80 countries with 24/7/365 operations.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

1%
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