SpaceX Receiving Inspector at SpaceX manages receipt, inspection, kitting, and shipping of materials for Starfall, Dragon, and Starship programs. The role includes handling flight-critical and ordnance shipments with close coordination across teams.
Responsibilities
Unpack incoming shipments; count, weigh, and measure against packing lists and bills of lading; transact the receipts, print routing labels, and place unverified or nonconforming material on hold/quarantine
Validate part number, quantity, revision, and condition against purchase orders, quality clauses, drawings, and specifications; pull the correct drawing revision for the receipt
Review quality documentation (certifications, specifications, certificates of conformance) for completeness; upload and maintain receiving records
Inspect incoming materials using visual methods and calibrated tools (scales, micrometers, calipers as required), approve or reject items and document non-conformances
Perform tension testing of thread and other textiles per procedure
Fill requests for inventory from work orders: pick, kit, and deliver material to the correct shop-floor location, maintaining lot/serial traceability and BOM accuracy; communicate material-preparedness status so production is not delayed
Put away material in labeled bins and racks; de-kit unused material; receive finished goods from the floor; and keep physical locations and electronic scan locations accurate
Control shelf-life lots where required
Perform rotating cycle counts and inventory audits; reconcile discrepancies; and review location-accuracy / stagnant-inventory reports
Prepare, pack, label, weigh, and stage outgoing shipments, including flight-critical next-flight-out (NFO) and supplier returns; coordinate carrier pickup; maintain shipping-supply stock
Handle ordnance and dangerous-goods shipments; obtain and maintain required certifications
Interface with production, engineering, purchasing, and carriers to resolve shortages, damages, and receipt discrepancies; create issue tickets as required
Qualification
1+ years of experience in receivingExperience operating a forkliftExperience in aerospaceProficiency in other languages (SpanishADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of experience in receiving, inspection, inventory, or material handling in a manufacturing environment
Preferred
Experience with an ERP/WMS (Warp or equivalent) and handheld/RF scanners
Hazardous-materials or ordnance shipping certification, or ability to obtain it
Experience operating a forklift, pallet jack, or other powered industrial equipment
Experience in aerospace, textiles, or soft goods
Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
Strong communication skills (written and oral)
Proficiency in other languages (Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese)
