Aerospace Inventory & Materials Specialist

Northwoodspace; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwood is seeking an Inventory Specialist to join our Torrance-based Supply Chain team. You will ensure materials flow smoothly, support manufacturing and R&D, and maintain accuracy through ERP transactions.

You’ll work with manufacturing, engineering, and operations to keep inventory aligned with production needs, perform cycle counts, and uphold safety and organizational standards in a fast-growing aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with spreadsheets, email, and resource planning programs.
• Understanding of inventory and kitting processes.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to stand for extended periods (4–6 hours/day) and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and store raw materials, parts, and hardware to support manufacturing and R&D operations.
• Pick, organize, and stage components to keep production running efficiently and ensure build accuracy.
• Verify incoming materials for conformity, quantity, part numbers, and damage-free condition.
• Maintain strict material handling and traceability practices.
• Monitor shelf-life storage and perform stock rotations to ensure part integrity.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical and system inventories.
• Record all inventory movements and transactions in our ERP system with attention to detail.
• Support inventory replenishment and continuous improvement initiatives within the Supply Chain team.
• Perform cycle counts and assist in maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace in accordance with safety standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Inventory management

Microsoft Office

Kitting processes

Physical stamina

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Manufacturo ERP

Job description

Northwood is seeking an Inventory Specialist to join our Torrance-based Supply Chain team. You will ensure materials flow smoothly, support manufacturing and R&D, and maintain accuracy through ERP transactions.

You’ll work with manufacturing, engineering, and operations to keep inventory aligned with production needs, perform cycle counts, and uphold safety and organizational standards in a fast-growing aerospace environment.