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E8 Engineering is a staffing company providing contract expertise to established Aerospace and Defense contractors. We are seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Control Specialist / Material Coordinator to support launch pad construction, activations, and non-recurring operational activities.
In this role, you will manage material forecasting, plan and schedule material movement, handle time-sensitive requests, and support warehouse inventory operations in preparation for activations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Management to keep launch support projects moving efficiently and safely.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Material & Inventory Operations:
- Utilize Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems for material forecasting, inventory positioning, and data-driven decision-making.
- Plan, schedule, and track the efficient movement of materials from identification to final delivery to end-users.
- Support warehouse inventory operations in preparation for Activations.
- Plan and control inventory of finished goods for warehouses and distribution points to meet demand.
- Develop, analyze, and maintain accurate inputs within the inventory system.
Cross-Functional & Base Logistics Support:
- Action last-minute, non-recurring shipments, receipts, and time-sensitive customer requests.
- Validate and track planned orders for production orders and purchase requisitions.
- Coordinate daily with traffic, production planning, warehouse, engineering, and quality teams across multiple sites.
- Provide base escort support for on-site deliveries.
- Identify and communicate operational opportunities, issues, or discrepancies to leadership for quick resolution.
Safety & Compliance:
- Foster a culture where safety, compliance, quality, and launch execution deadlines are top priorities.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: 1–4 years of experience in inventory control, material coordination, supply chain, or warehouse operations.
- MRP / Systems Knowledge:Working knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems or ERP inventory software.
- Communication & Collaboration:Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Problem-Solving:Strong analytical skills using data-driven decision-making to handle fast-paced, non-recurring requests.
- Safety Focus: Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and compliance in aerospace or industrial environments.
Security clearance / ITAR notice
This position requires access to information subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62, including U.S. Citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders), or protected individuals per 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
This position requires clearing both a background check and drug test.
E8 Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor.
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in inventory control, material coordination, or warehouse logistics?
- Which Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or inventory management software platforms do you have experience using?
- This position is a contract role located on-site at Vandenberg AFB from July 2026 to January 2027. Are you able to reliably commute to this location for the duration of the assignment?
Work Location: In person
