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Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.\nThis role is part of our Space and Launch business, which has contributed to the nation’s space programs for decades by delivering complete solutions from concept to flight. We enable successful space operations with mission-critical technology supporting every step from first launch to final landing, including launch vehicle subsystems, propulsion systems, aerodynamic and interstage systems, and payload protection and deployment. Our high-performance solutions are engineered to operate in the most extreme environments and meet precise mission requirements.\nIn this role, you will lead inventory control and warehouse operations that ensure materials are accurate, traceable, and available to support production. You will guide a team, strengthen system integrity, resolve material issues, and collaborate across functions to maintain inventory accuracy and keep manufacturing on schedule.\nResponsibilities\nDirects daily inventory activities, including receiving, stocking, cycle counting, material transfers, adjustments, and physical inventory.\nEnsures accurate inventory records and traceability for raw materials, flight hardware, customer-owned tools, part and serial numbers, lot numbers, and material certifications.\nMonitors inventory levels and prioritize critical material needs to prevent production delays and support delivery schedules.\nInvestigates inventory discrepancies, identifies root causes, and implements corrective and preventive actions.\nOversees material storage, shelf-life management, inventory security, picking, kitting, staging, and issuing materials for manufacturing work orders.\nSupervises, trains, and develops inventory control specialists, material handlers, and warehouse personnel while setting priorities and monitoring productivity.\nManages timely and accurate transactions in enterprise resource planning and material requirements planning (ERP/MRP) systems.\nDevelops and maintains cycle count programs and annual physical inventory schedules.\nCollaborates with production planning, manufacturing, engineering, procurement, quality assurance, and logistics to resolve shortages and inventory-related issues.\nMaintains Aerospace Standard 9100 (AS9100) procedures and supports continuous improvement, product conformity, product safety, and ethical conduct.\nRequired Qualifications\nHigh school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential.\nFive or more years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, materials management, or manufacturing.\nExperience in aerospace, space, defense, or another highly regulated manufacturing industry.\nStrong understanding of inventory management, cycle counting, physical inventory, and material traceability.\nKnowledge of serialized and lot-controlled inventory, shelf-life management, and material handling.\nProficiency with enterprise resource planning and material requirements planning (ERP/MRP) systems and Microsoft Excel.\nBasic computer skills, including experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.\nStrong leadership, analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\nAbility to communicate effectively with internal customers, suppliers, and staff.\nPreferred Qualifications\nAssociate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field.\nTwo or more years of supervisory or team leadership experience.\nExperience with government property management and customer inventory audits.\nExperience with Aerospace Standard 9100 (AS9100) and International Organization for Standardization 9001 (ISO 9001) quality management systems.\nFamiliarity with the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements.\nPhysical Requirements\nSits for prolonged periods at a desk and works on a computer.\nLifts up to 15 pounds at times.The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.\n\nSpecial Mentions\nTravel between sites is required.\nThis position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.\nBenefits\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance\n401(k) with company match\nPaid time off\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\nCompany-paid life and AD&D insurance\nShort- and long-term disability coverage\nTuition reimbursement\nKarman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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