Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Material Handling Coordinator II – Inventory Systems & Direct Operational Support
The Material Handling Coordinator II acts as a trusted execution partner, working directly on
behalf of management to maintain strict physical and systemic inventory accuracy. Operating in
both office and warehouse environments, this role balances daily administrative tasks, system
tracking, and manual labor. Key components of the position include executing step-by-step
operational instructions, managing ERP software updates, and leading routine material audits.
The ideal candidate brings a blend of foundational inventory control knowledge, technical
software proficiency, and a self-motivated, detail-oriented approach to maintaining an organized
workplace.
Job Responsibilities
- Execute daily operational tasks directly on the Warehouse Manager's behalf while
following detailed, step-by-step instructions precisely.
- Pull and verify physical stock items using generated pick lists, confirming material
accuracy against system orders before execution or movement.
- Fulfill internal inventory requisitions by preparing or delivering relevant stock to
support active projects flexibly.
- Manage and track ERP and inventory systems to maintain 100% digital alignment
with real-time stock variables and current availability.
- Generate, review, and maintain documentation for all material transfers, variance
reports, audit outcomes, and negative stock investigations.
- Conduct routine physical inventory counts on weekly, quarterly, and annual
schedules to ensure overall warehouse accuracy.
- Report and reconcile stock discrepancies immediately to the Warehouse Manager,
investigating negative stock to resolve physical and system variances.
- Maintain a clean and efficient workplace while adhering to safe material handling
practices and workplace safety compliance.
- Process daily receiving.
- Pick and prepare materials for internal and external needs.
- Audit inventory stock.
Basic Requirements
- Experience & Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent required, alongside
1–2 years of related functional stockroom or inventory experience (or an equivalent
combination of education and experience).
- Inventory & Safety Knowledge: Foundational understanding of warehouse operations,
inventory control procedure execution, and physical audit/variance reconciliation
practices.
- Technical & System Skills: Demonstrated computer proficiency, including hands-on
experience using MRP/ERP systems (Oracle ERP or similar software preferred) and the
MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) to track and control inventory
variables.
- Professional Competencies: Highly organized and detail-oriented mindset with strong
analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to handle deadline-driven priorities
in a fast-paced environment.
- Physical Demands: Ability to constantly navigate both office and warehouse
environments, standing, walking, sitting, and using hands to operate computers or
handle stock; ability to occasionally lift up to 60 lbs of varying shapes and operate dollies
or pallet jacks to load and unload supplies.
Clearance Level
No Clearance
The salary range for this role is:
$22 - $33
AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
ITAR Requirement:
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
About AV:
AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.
We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.
Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.
If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
ITAR
U.S. Citizenship required
