NorthwoodSpace

Inventory Specialist

Torrance, CA

Work authorization requiredDetected 68 days ago

CybersecurityExcelSupply ChainERPCommunicationMicrosoft Office

About the role

If you like solving complex challenges and seeing your work deployed around the world with real impact, Northwood is the place to do it.
You'll play a key role in enabling rapid production and deployment of our systems, maintaining precision and reliability across all inventory operations.
We operate in a lean, transparent, high-trust environment that rewards initiative and adaptability.

Receive, inspect, and store raw materials, parts, and hardware to support manufacturing and R&D operations
Pick, organize, and stage components to keep production running efficiently and ensure build accuracy.
Maintain strict material handling and traceability practices
Support inventory replenishment and continuous improvement initiatives within the Supply Chain team
Perform cycle counts and assist in maintaining accurate inventory records
Maintain a clean and organized workspace in accordance with safety standards

Experience with computer software, including spreadsheets, email, and resource planning programs
Ability to stand for extended periods (4-6 hours/day) and lift up to 50 lbs
Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. unassisted
Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

3+ years of inventory control or warehouse experience
Experience operating forklifts and related inventory equipment
Familiarity with Manufacturo or other manufacturing software (ERP/MRP)
Experience in fast-paced, high-growth, or startup environments
Prior experience in aerospace, electronics, or related manufacturing fields
Additional Requirements:
This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment.
Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role.

Compensation at Northwood Space is based on role, level, location, and alignment with market data.
Individual base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary depending on job-related skills, education, experience, and technical expertise.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Northwood.
Benefits include equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, flexible spending accounts, 15 days of PTO per year, 10 or more paid holidays per year, 5 sick days per year, retirement savings plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Monitor shelf-life storage and perform stock rotations to ensure part integrity
In addition to base rate, Northwood Space offers long-term incentives such as company stock options and discretionary performance bonuses.

Northwood is a modern space infrastructure company bringing the benefits of space to the masses through advanced communications technology.
We are building a global network of phased array ground stations that enable real-time, reliable communication for satellite missions such as national security, global connectivity, and disaster response.
With a vertically integrated approach, Northwood designs, builds, and rapidly deploys scalable systems that power the next generation of space missions.
If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.

This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment

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