Inventory Specialist (COPVS)

Starlink; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SpaceX is hiring an Inventory Specialist to receive, store, and issue materials supporting shop operations at our Westminster, MD facility. You will verify paperwork, assemble kits, and maintain traceability across parts and hardware.

The role requires forklift experience and strong Excel/Office skills, with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits in a fast-moving aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of inventory control experience required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store and issue raw materials and hardware to support shop operations.
• Verify material against paperwork with traceability and accuracy.
• Perform kit assembly and ensure parts are available and accounted for.
• Conduct cycle counts and maintain stock accuracy.
• Operate forklift and other inventory equipment as needed.

Skills

Inventory control

Warehouse operations

Kitting processes

Attention to detail

Documentation

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Forklift operation

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

INVENTORY SPECIALIST (COPVS)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, store and issue raw material, parts, details and hardware to support shop operations
• Store parts and materials in bins, drawers, and racks, identifying part and stored location
• Maintain strict material handling practices in accordance with procedures
• Perform picking function to make up necessary kits of parts, material and hardware as required, ascertaining that all parts are available and accounted for in kit
• Verify all material received for conformity with accompanying paperwork, checking for damage, correct part numbers, quantity and revisions
• Issue material against approved paperwork such as affixing verification and traceability on required serialized parts before issuing
• Abide by all procedures, desk instructions and standard operating documents
• Monitor shelf-life storage and maintain proper rotation of stock
• Support the organizations metric goals and objectives
• Perform good housekeeping chores in area
• Perform cycle counts
• Validate lot trace

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of inventory control experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of inventory control experience in a warehouse
• Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment
• Experience and understanding of inventory and kitting processes
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields
• ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Bachelor’s degree

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work Mon - Fri shift schedule (6:00 AM to 4:30PM)
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day
• Walk: Up to 3 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 1 hour per day
• Kneel/Crouch: up to 1 hour per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 1 hour per day

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Inventory Specialist/Level 1: $20.00/hour

Inventory Specialist/Level 2: $22.50/hour

Inventory Specialist/Level 3: $25.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, 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.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Aff… or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].