Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space—for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra’s ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms).Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed.
About the Team
Space Systems – The Components
Space Systems is where Umbra turns hardware and software designs into on-orbit realities; developing, implementing and iterating mission-ready core technology, while simultaneously advancing the next generation of our own satellite constellation. Space Systems is vertically integrated across the satellite architecture, thus the team designs, builds, and tests an array of critical components and subsystems, including power systems, communications, control systems, deployment hardware, avionics, and payloads, as well as the flight software, firmware and digital design solutions to support the entire hardware stack. Our focus is on first principles engineering, and our mandate is simple: it has to work when it counts. Every bolt, board, and binary is proven on our own SAR constellation, ensuring flight-proven reliability where failure is not an option.
If you want to work on cutting edge space technology while maintaining the highest standard for innovation and mission ready performance, you belong here at Umbra.
About the Job
As the Inventory Control & Warehouse Supervisor at Umbra, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficient flow of materials that support the production of our next-generation space systems. You will lead day-to-day warehouse and inventory operations while driving continuous improvement across inventory management, material movement, receiving, shipping, and production support.
In this role, you'll work closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Production Planning, Quality, and Engineering to ensure materials are available where and when they're needed to enable mission success.
This is an on-site position based in our Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage day-to-day inventory control and warehouse operations, including receiving, shipping, storage, and material movement to support manufacturing activities.
- Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, physical inventories, inventory reconciliations, and accurate ERP/MRP transactions.
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Coordinate production kitting and material staging to ensure materials are available to support manufacturing schedules and customer commitments.
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Maintain material traceability and compliance with internal quality requirements, including lot and serial number control and audit readiness.
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Partner closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Planning, and Quality teams to resolve material issues and optimize inventory flow.
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Analyze inventory performance, identify operational risks, and recommend process improvements that enhance inventory accuracy, warehouse efficiency, and overall material flow.
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Develop, document, and maintain warehouse procedures and inventory control processes to support operational excellence and compliance.
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Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse environment while adhering to company policies and safety standards.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
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5+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, materials management, or a related manufacturing environment.
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Experience in aerospace, defense, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
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Experience working within an ERP/MRP system to manage inventory transactions and material movement.
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Demonstrated experience managing inventory accuracy through cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and physical inventories.
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Strong understanding of receiving, shipping, warehouse operations, and inventory control best practices.
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Experience supporting manufacturing or production environments where inventory accuracy is critical to operational success.
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Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Desired Qualifications
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8+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, materials management, or a related manufacturing environment.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple functional teams.
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Knowledge of inventory traceability, lot and serial number tracking, and quality compliance requirements.
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Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
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Familiarity with production planning, manufacturing operations, and material requirements planning (MRP).
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Experience working with high-value inventory and mission-critical hardware.
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Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field.
Benefits
Benefits
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Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave.
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded).
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Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded).
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401k with 3% non-elective company contribution.
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Stock Options.
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Free Parking.
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Free lunch in office daily.
Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Employment Eligibility Verification
In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire.
ITAR/EAR Requirements
This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable.
Pay Transparency
This job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role’s function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. The final offer will also be influenced by the candidate's skills, responsibilities, and relevant experience.
Compensation Range
The Compensation Range for this role is $80,000 - $110,000 DOE.
