Inventory Specialist - Multiple Shifts
- US citizenship
- ITAR / US person
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About the job
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 MULTIPLE SHIFTS The Inventory Specialist will be responsible for managing material offload, staging, receipt, stow, storage compliance, picking, packing, sort, delivery, scrap, and cycle count activities for development projects, engineering teams, and production line side fulfillment. ## 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 - 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 - Maintain strict material handling practices in accordance with procedures - Monitor shelf-life storage and maintain proper rotation of stock - 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 - Validate lot trace - Perform cycle counts - Perform standard housekeeping chores in area - Support the organizations metric goals and objectives - Abide by all procedures, desk instructions and standard operating documents ## 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 - ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.) - Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) - Experience and understanding of inventory and kitting processes - Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment - Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields ## ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS - Must be available for one of the following shifts: - First Shift: 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Monday - Friday) - Second Shift: 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM (Monday - Friday) - Must be available for overtime, all shifts, and weekend work as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required - Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description.
Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review. - Lift / Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day - Standing: Up to 10 hours per day - Sitting: Up to 3 hours per day - Push / Pull: Up to 75lbs.
(unassisted) 2 hours of longer per day - Overhead Reach: Up to 1 hour per day - Walk: Up to 6 hours 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 Fahrenheit: up to 1-hour periods - Ability to work in temperatures below -10 degrees Fahrenheit : up to 15-minute periods COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Level 1: $22.00 - $24.50/hour Level 2: $24.50 - $27.00/hour Level 3: $26.00 - $31.50/hour Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. ## ITAR REQUIREMENTS - To conform to U.S.
Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .
From SpaceX's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About SpaceX
Designs, manufactures and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft.
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How it pays: Paid as an employee on SpaceX's own payroll (salaried or hourly, as each posting states).
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