Materials Manager

Terranorbitalcorporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) Match

Flexible Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Job summary

Terran Orbital seeks an experienced Materials Manager to lead material execution across manufacturing operations, including inventory control, handling, warehousing, kitting, and logistics. Reporting to the Sr.

Director of Manufacturing Operations, this role ensures inventory accuracy and on-time material flow to support production commitments. You will drive process discipline in D365, develop KPIs, and build high-performing teams while partnering with Finance, Planning, Procurement,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years’ progressive experience in materials/warehouse/inventory or manufacturing operations; 3+ years managing exempt and non-exempt teams.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, high-tech, or regulated manufacturing preferred.
• Strong ERP knowledge (D365 strongly preferred); expertise in cycle counting, inventory controls, and financial inventory reporting.
• Demonstrated Lean/CI capability and success driving cross-functional change.
• Strong leadership, coaching, communication, and executive-level presentation skills.
• Ability to influence without authority and lead complex cross-functional discussions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, financial acumen, and operational decision-making skills.
• High proficiency in Excel and MS Office; capable of KPI development and dashboard reporting.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment.
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and coach supervisors and material operations teams across inventory control, material handling, warehousing, kitting, shipping/receiving, and logistics.
• Build cross-functional capabilities and drive a culture of ownership, teamwork, urgency, and continuous improvement.
• Own enterprise inventory accuracy, cycle count programs, reconciliation, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions, leveraging D365.
• Ensure strong financial controls by partnering with Finance on inventory valuation, reporting, month-end close, adjustments, audits, and process improvements.
• Oversee material flow and kitting operations to ensure complete, accurate, and on-time production support.
• Manage warehouse layout, storage strategy, FIFO, traceability, and productivity improvements using Lean principles.
• Lead excess and obsolete inventory governance and partner across functions to reduce E&O risk.
• Direct inbound/outbound logistics, carrier performance, regulatory compliance, transportation cost optimization, and accurate receiving processes.
• Establish standardized processes, visual management, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives across all material operations.
• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Planning, Procurement, Engineering, Finance, and Quality; lead cross-functional reviews on inventory health, shortages, discrepancies, and production readiness.
• Present performance metrics, risks, and improvement plans to senior leadership and drive alignment and action across teams.

Skills

Leadership

ERP knowledge

Lean/CI

Executive communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

D365 ERP

MS Office

Job description

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state‑of‑the‑art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Materials Manager to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Manufacturing Operations, the Materials Manager will be responsible for leading all material execution activities supporting manufacturing operations, including inventory management, material handling, kitting, shipping/receiving, warehouse operations, and logistics. This role is accountable for ensuring inventory accuracy, timely material availability, and efficient material flow throughout the manufacturing process. The Materials Manager serves as the functional owner of inventory integrity within D365, driving process discipline, inventory control, cycle counting, and continuous improvement initiatives while partnering closely with Manufacturing, Planning, Procurement, Engineering, Finance, Quality, and Program Management. This leader develops scalable processes, establishes meaningful KPIs, builds high‑performing teams, and provides operational leadership that enables production to meet customer commitments.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and coach supervisors and material operations teams across inventory control, material handling, warehousing, kitting, shipping/receiving, and logistics.
• Build cross‑functional capabilities and drive a culture of ownership, teamwork, urgency, and continuous improvement.
• Own enterprise inventory accuracy, cycle count programs, reconciliation, root‑cause analysis, and corrective actions, leveraging D365.
• Ensure strong financial controls by partnering with Finance on inventory valuation, reporting, month‑end close, adjustments, audits, and process improvements.
• Oversee material flow and kitting operations to ensure complete, accurate, and on‑time production support.
• Manage warehouse layout, storage strategy, FIFO, traceability, and productivity improvements using Lean principles.
• Lead excess and obsolete inventory governance and partner across functions to reduce E&O risk.
• Direct inbound/outbound logistics, carrier performance, regulatory compliance, transportation cost optimization, and accurate receiving processes.
• Establish standardized processes, visual management, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives across all material operations.
• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Planning, Procurement, Engineering, Finance, and Quality; lead cross‑functional reviews on inventory health, shortages, discrepancies, and production readiness.
• Present performance metrics, risks, and improvement plans to senior leadership and drive alignment and action across teams.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years’ progressive experience in materials/warehouse/inventory or manufacturing operations; 3+ years managing exempt and non‑exempt teams.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, high‑tech, or regulated manufacturing preferred.
• Strong ERP knowledge (D365 strongly preferred); expertise in cycle counting, inventory controls, and financial inventory reporting.
• Demonstrated Lean/CI capability and success driving cross‑functional change.
• Strong leadership, coaching, communication, and executive‑level presentation skills.
• Ability to influence without authority and lead complex cross‑functional discussions.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, financial acumen, and operational decision‑making skills.
• High proficiency in Excel and MS Office; capable of KPI development and dashboard reporting.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic manufacturing environment.
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case‑by‑case and may vary based on the job‑related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!

Full‑time positions only. Salary Range: $100,000 — $150,000 USD.

Benefits

• 100% Company‑paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Parental Leave

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end‑to‑end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on‑orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant 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. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.