Join SpaceX as an Inventory Specialist to manage materials and support shop operations for the Starship program.
Posted by employer 1 month ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 10 hours ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Education
- High school
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Inventory Specialist at SpaceX plays a crucial role in managing the flow of raw materials and parts essential for shop operations, ensuring that all items are accurately stored and accounted for. This position requires experience in inventory control, familiarity with ERP systems, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a preference for candidates who have worked in aerospace or similar industries. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of relevant experience, with a strong attention to detail and the ability to handle physical demands. SpaceX's fast-paced environment emphasizes strict adherence to procedures and supports ambitious goals in space exploration.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze August 20, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 9, 2026.
Quick facts
- How much experience is required?
- 1–3 years of relevant experience for this Inventory Specialist (Starship) role.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Inventory Specialist (Starship) role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
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 (STARSHIP)
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 operate 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:
- Available for at least one of the following shifts:
- 1st shift: 6:00 AM to 6:00PM
- 3rd shift: 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM
- Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
- Willingness 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
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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