Aerospace Receiving Inspector: Materials QC & ERP Expert

Telemetry Today LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Healthcare

PTO (vacation)

401(k)

Parental leave

Lunch provided

Community events

Flexible desk setup

Job summary

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking a Receiving Inspector to join our on-site Materials Management and Supply Chain team at the Apex Production facility. You will receive inbound materials, inspect against engineering drawings and POs, document discrepancies, and ensure ERP entries and inventory traceability.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in inventory control, MRP experience, forklift operation, and strong collaboration skills to support manufacturing readiness in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of inventory control experience.
• MRP experience.
• Ability to operate a forklift and related equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify non-conforming materials.
• Strong communication and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect inbound materials against drawings, POs and quality requirements.
• Perform cycle counts as needed and document discrepancies.
• Develop and implement receiving inspection practices and standard work.
• Ensure timely inspection and ERP logging with inventory traceability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues quickly.

Skills

Inventory control

MRP

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.

For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.

Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.

We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet.

About the Role

We are looking for a Receiving Inspector to work closely within the Materials Management and Supply Chain team. The Supply Chain team is a key function in procuring & managing the production flow of goods and services to ensure manufacturing readiness. The Receiving Inspector position in on site at the Apex Production facility. The main responsibilities are, receiving inbound materials, ensuring they meet product and quality specifications, and documenting this within our ERP system.

Responsibilities:

Receive and inspect all inbound materials against engineering drawings, purchase orders, and quality requirements

Cycle Counts as needed

Implement and develop receiving inspection practices

Timely inspection of materials

Document receiving discrepancies and escalate quality issues to appropriate stakeholders

Picking of parts and delivering them to inventory or production locations as needed

Accurately receive materials in the ERP system and maintain inventory traceability

Support the development and improvement of receiving inspection processes and standard work

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to resolve issues quickly

Demonstrate professionalism and accountability in all interactions and daily work

Requirements:

Must be a US Person

2+ Years of inventory control experience

MRP experience

Ability to operate a forklift and relevant equipment

Strong attention to detail and ability to identify non-conforming materials

Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams

Ability to work effectively in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Hours are from 6:00am to 3:00pm

Must be willing to work overtime as needed

Ability to complete physical task such as lifting, standing, pushing, pulling, and more

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Why Join Apex?

Apex believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day. Our employees love working at Apex, and we want you to love it too. We're a fast-growing startup that has raised more than $500M in funding, and we invest heavily in our people from day one.

What We Offer For Full-time Employees:

Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create

Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost

Comprehensive PTO package: Starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays

Competitive 401(k) plan: Generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%

8 weeks paid parental leave: Plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel

Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks: To keep you fueled throughout the day

Vibrant community: Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings for you and your family

Your dream desk setup: All the tools you need to be your most productive self

World-class Playa Vista office: With the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life

Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference

Additional Information:

Compensation ranges are set by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. A candidate's specific level and base pay are determined case by case and may vary with job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities, and internal equity. Beyond base salary, full-time hires are also eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options, along with medical, dental, and vision coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Apex's work is governed by U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To be eligible for this role, applicants must either (1) qualify as a U.S. Person, meaning a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), a refugee admitted under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or an individual granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or (2) be able to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Commerce, or another applicable U.S. government agency. You can learn more about ITAR here .

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.