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Brief #81264Updated 07 NOV 2026VANDENBERG, CAGreenhouseFOUNDERS FUND
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Inventory Specialist

Space Exploration Technologies Corp. designs and manufactures rockets and space crafts. The Company develops crew and cargo capsules, engines, cryogenic tank structures, avionics, equipments, guidance, and control…

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Inventory Specialist

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Job title
Inventory Specialist
Job location
Vandenberg, CA
Job description

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

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Pick, lift, organize, and move standard hardware, raw material, purchased parts, machined details, and assemblies to support inventory control for the F9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft production  
  • Assemble racks, look for parts, organize supplies, and any other tasks directed by inventory control lead and manager
  • Perform picking function to create necessary kits of parts, material, and hardware as required and assuring that all parts are accounted for and available in kits
  • Maintain strict material handling practices in accordance with good practice/procedures
  • Monitor shelf-life storage and maintain proper rotation of stock
  • Perform daily cycle counts
  • Effectively utilize ERP system

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 1+ years of inventory control experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 5+ 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
  • Capability to operate a forklift and other related inventory equipment
  • Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base
  • Ability to work the following shift, weekends, and overtime as needed to reach critical mission milestones:
    • Day Shift:
      • 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $22.00 - $25.25
Level 2: $24.75 - $29.75
Level 3: $27.50 - $34.50

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 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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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. 

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SpaceX headquarters

Hawthorne, CA

Company size

10,000–20,000 employees

Founded

2002

Total raised

$12,622,828,846

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