Process Control Manager at Inversion Space

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Aerospace, Defense, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

12+ years of experience managing inventory, logistics, shipping/receiving, and materials operations in manufacturing or aerospace industries
Strong hands-on expertise with ERP/MRP systems for inventory and work order management
Demonstrated success leading warehouse teams in manufacturing processes
Experience working in aerospace or defense industries and familiarity with traceability requirements
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Responsibilities

Build out Inversion’s inventory ERP/MRP system and work order standards from scratch
Direct and oversee inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels and high inventory accuracy through rigorous audits and cycle counts
Lead logistics operations, including inbound and outbound shipping, transportation coordination, and warehouse workflow optimization
Develop and maintain robust materials forecasting models to support production schedules and minimize shortages
Supervise all shipping and receiving activities, ensuring accuracy of inbound inspections, documentation compliance (hazmat/MSDS where required), and timely processing of receipts
Manage work order creation, tracking, and fulfillment processes, ensuring seamless material availability and accurate ERP transactions
Oversee the kitting and de-kitting of materials to support production and assembly lines, ensuring complete and quality-checked kits are delivered to the floor

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ERPMRPInventory ManagementLogisticsShippingReceivingMaterials ForecastingWarehouse OptimizationWork OrdersKittingLean InitiativesSupply Chain Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Process Control Manager position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this role remote or onsite?

The position is onsite at the office headquarters in Playa Vista, CA.

What experience and skills are required for this role?

Candidates need 12+ years managing inventory, logistics, shipping/receiving, and materials in manufacturing or aerospace, strong ERP/MRP expertise, leadership of warehouse teams, industry knowledge with traceability, plus excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

What is the work environment like at Inversion Space?

It's a high-growth, fast-paced environment requiring the ability to thrive in dynamic settings while supporting manufacturing and program delivery.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has 12+ years in inventory and logistics management in aerospace/manufacturing, ERP/MRP expertise, proven warehouse leadership, and preferred certifications like AS9100, CPIM, or CSCP.

Inversion Space

Develops low-cost re-entry vehicles for cargo

About Inversion Space

Inversion Space develops re-entry vehicles that are designed to return cargo and resources from space at a low cost and with high frequency. Their vehicles enable the safe return of various types of cargo from low-earth orbit and beyond, making the process of returning from space as routine as launching into it. This company serves clients in the space exploration and commercial space sectors, generating revenue through service contracts and partnerships with space agencies and private companies. Inversion Space differentiates itself by focusing on the efficiency and reliability of its re-entry solutions, which are essential for the sustainability and growth of space operations.

Torrance, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$121.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees