Join SpaceX as an Inventory Specialist to manage materials and support shop operations at Starbase.
Posted by employer 1 day ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 day ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
What you'll build
- Receive, store and issue raw material, parts, details and hardware
- Maintain strict material handling practices
- Perform picking function to make up necessary kits
- Verify all material received for conformity
- Perform cycle counts
Must have
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of inventory control experience
Nice to have
- 3+ years of inventory control experience in a warehouse
- Experience operating a forklift
- Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office
- ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree
Practical constraints
- Available for at least one of the following shifts: 1st shift: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM or 3rd shift: 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
- Willingness to work overtime and weekends when needed
Requirements
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Education
- High school
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.
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 properly stored, tracked, and issued. This position requires experience in inventory control, familiarity with kitting processes, and proficiency in software tools like Microsoft Office and ERP systems. Ideal candidates will have a background in warehouse operations, particularly within aerospace or related fields, and should be prepared for a physically demanding role that may involve overtime. The position supports SpaceX's ambitious goals in space exploration, contributing directly to the Starship program.
Joblaze insights
- Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze November 14, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page November 14, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 1 other location at SpaceX: Starbase, TX.
Quick facts
- Is the Inventory Specialist (Starship) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- 1–3 years of relevant experience for this Inventory Specialist (Starship) role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets junior 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 REQUIREMENT
- 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 deadlines2
- 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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