Inventory Specialist (Starlink)

SpaceX•Redmond, WA

27d

About The Position

The Inventory Specialist supports SpaceX’s Starlink satellite factory, specifically overseeing the Surface Mount Technology (SMT) area. The role handles inbound material putaways, picks products and materials for production, replenishes lineside build locations, places finished goods into inventory, picks finished goods for customer orders, and maintains inventory accuracy. The position supports shop operations by receiving, storing, and issuing materials and parts; preparing kits; verifying received materials and traceability; and managing LCR testing, component measurement, and SMT feeder-table kitting and de-kitting. The specialist follows established procedures and independently manages work priorities to meet company deliverables.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
Inventory control experience, or a certificate, training, or course in supply chain, inventory, or receiving.
Availability to work one of the listed shifts: Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM, or Monday to Friday, 3:30 PM–2:00 AM.
Ability to work overtime and/or weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted.
Ability to perform the physical activities generally required for the position, including lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying.
Must meet U.S. Government export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of inventory control experience.
Experience and understanding of inventory and kitting processes.
Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Experience in aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields.
Ability to read, interpret, and work from layout drawings, mechanical or engineering drawings, assembly procedures, schematics, and parts lists.
ERP system experience, such as SAP or Oracle.
Bachelor's degree in logistics or supply chain management.

Responsibilities

Receive, store, and issue raw materials, parts, details, and hardware to support shop operations.
Store parts and materials in bins, vertical lift modules (VLMs), and racks, and identify part and storage locations.
Follow material-handling practices in accordance with procedures.
Pick and assemble kits of parts, materials, and hardware, confirming that all required items are available and accounted for.
Verify received materials against accompanying paperwork, checking for damage, correct part numbers, quantities, and revisions.
Issue materials against approved paperwork and apply verification and traceability to required serialized parts before issuing.
Validate lot traceability.
Follow procedures, desk instructions, and standard operating documents.
Manage LCR testing and component measurement.
Kit and de-kit SMT feeder tables.
Manage schedule priorities and independently execute work to meet company deliverables and organizational objectives.
Perform housekeeping tasks in the work area.
Perform cycle counts.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
Accrual of 3 weeks of paid vacation.
Eligibility for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
Washington State employees accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law.
Company shuttles for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.