Material Associate

Trueanomalyinc; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HRA/HSA options

PTO and paid holidays

401K

Parental Leave

Job summary

True Anomaly seeks a Material Associate to support supply chain planning, procurement, and production tasks for flight hardware. You will handle inbound, inventory, and outbound material processing, aiming to improve processes and deliver reliable material flow.

Requires a HS diploma, 3+ years in warehouse roles, and knowledge of HazMat and BOMs. Hybrid work near Denver/Colorado Springs, with safety-focused operations and growth opportunities in aerospace.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED in the US (or equivalent)
• 3+ years in warehouse, supply chain, logistics or material handling
• Aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing experience is a plus
• Understanding of HazMat shipping, storage and handling
• Ability to read BOMs, part numbers and product specs
• Strong computer proficiency with WMS/ERP or inventory software
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and stand for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Accurately pick/kit aerospace parts from inventory for manufacturing
• Log inbound receipts using WMS/ERP systems
• Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain inventory records via cycle counts and audits
• Process outbound freight shipments and shipping documents
• Keep work area clean, organized and safe
• Follow safety policies and aerospace regulations
• Manage lineside production inventory to meet stock levels
• Support continuous improvement initiatives from Supply Chain leadership

Skills

Strong computer proficiency

Read BOMs & specs

Ability to lift 25 lbs

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset.We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
• What would it take?We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
• It’s the people.Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

YOUR MISSION

As a Material Associate at True Anomaly, you will be a key contributor to executing our Supply Chain and inventory strategy. This role will support supply chain planning, procurement, and production tasks for goods and services necessary to deliver flight hardware to orbit. This role will also support the inbound, inventory management, and outbound processing of all production materials. This role requires someone who wants to dig in, improve processes, and own material and service requirements through delivery. We are looking for a reliable problem solver, someone who can demonstrate the ability to identify issues and develop scalable solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately pick/kit aerospace parts and components from inventory locations in support of manufacturing
• Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) and/or ERP systems to log inbound product receipts
• Operate material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jacks, reach trucks, forklifts) safely and efficiently to retrieve and move materials
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records by cycle counts and ADHOC audits
• Process outbound freight shipment including loading and completing supporting shipping documentation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment within all warehousing areas
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and aerospace industry regulations
• Manage lineside production inventory ensuring manufacturing stock levels are always met
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives as directed by Supply Chain leadership

QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education
• Minimum of 3+ years within a warehouse, supply chain, logistics, or material handling role
• Experience in the aerospace or similar highly regulated manufacturing industry is a significant plus
• Understanding of Hazardous Goods (HAZMAT) shipping, storage, and handling
• Ability to read and interpret Bills of Materials (BOMs), part numbers, and product specifications
• Strong computer proficiency, including experience with WMS, ERP systems, or inventory management software
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds regularly and stand for extended periods

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $25-$32 per hour

Equity + Benefits

• including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Colorado Springs. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.