Inventory Control Specialist

Heven AeroTech•Winchester, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist plays a critical role within Heven Aerotech’s Supply Chain & Logistics function, ensuring accurate tracking, storage, and management of aerospace components, raw materials, and finished goods at our Winchester, Virginia facility. Reporting directly to the Director of Logistics, this individual will develop and enforce inventory management processes that support production schedules and meet the stringent quality and compliance requirements of the aerospace and defense industry. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and a disciplined approach to record-keeping in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum 3 years of inventory control or warehouse management experience in a regulated environment.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Deltek, or equivalent) and advanced Excel skills.
Strong understanding of inventory methodologies (cycle counting, ABC analysis, FIFO/FEFO, Kanban).
Familiarity with AS9100 and material traceability requirements.
Demonstrated ability to be hungry (driven and proactive), humble (team-oriented), and smart (analytical and thoughtful) in day-to-day work.
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
S. citizenship or permanent residency (required for compliance).

Nice To Haves

Experience with defense supply chains, DPAS-rated orders, or ITAR-controlled materials.
Familiarity with FAA regulations and serialized part tracking.
Experience with barcode scanning systems and WMS platforms.
Forklift operation experience (reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks).
Exposure to aerospace manufacturing or UAS environments.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate inventory records across all stock locations, achieving ≥99% inventory accuracy through disciplined execution and continuous improvement.
Perform cycle counts, physical inventory audits, and reconcile variances with a hungry, problem-solving approach.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies, shortages, and overages with urgency, ownership, and full documentation.
Establish and maintain min/max and reorder point (ROP) levels for critical components.
Ensure proper receipt, inspection, labeling, storage, and issuance of inventory in compliance with aerospace standards (AS9100, FAA, MIL-SPEC).
Collaborate humbly and effectively with receiving, procurement, and production teams to verify incoming materials and ensure alignment.
Maintain segregation and identification of conforming, non-conforming, and quarantined materials.
Enforce FIFO/FEFO and shelf-life tracking disciplines with strong attention to detail.
Serve as a primary ERP/MRP user, executing transactions with accuracy and accountability.
Generate and distribute inventory reports, leveraging smart, data-driven insights to inform decisions.
Identify excess and obsolete inventory and recommend disposition strategies.
Drive continuous improvement in inventory processes, workflows, and systems.
Partner cross-functionally to ensure material availability aligns with production schedules.
Communicate proactively with leadership regarding risks, shortages, or constraints.
Support new product introductions, including part setup and BOM validation.
Assist with supplier returns, warranty claims, and material disposition.
Ensure compliance with AS9100, ITAR/EAR, and other regulatory requirements.
Maintain complete traceability documentation for all flight-critical components.
Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews with professionalism and preparedness.