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Impulse Space

Receiving Specialist

Impulse Space, Redondo Beach, California, United States, 90278

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Overview

Shipping & Receiving Specialist

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Impulse Space Location: Redondo Beach | Department: Manufacturing | Compensation: $25.00 - $35.00 / hour As a Shipping & Receiving Specialist with Impulse, your primary responsibilities will involve efficient material flow through our shipping and receiving area. You will manage the receipt of parts used for aerospace applications (mechanicals, electronics, raw materials, adhesives/chemicals, etc.) as well as shipments to customers, third party processors, and/or other sites. You will also handle the receipt of materials used for production like consumables, indirect goods, and/or facilities equipment. Whether it’s managing flight hardware, handling logistics, or improving inventory systems, your work directly contributes to launching groundbreaking missions beyond Earth.

Responsibilities

Establish and execute receiving workflows that align with aerospace best practices, emphasizing accuracy, traceability, and compliance.

Execute shipping workflows to ship parts to customers, outsource processors, and/or other sites.

Receive, inspect, and document incoming shipments, verifying accuracy against purchase orders, certificates of conformance, and packing lists.

Communicate effectively with internal customers and suppliers to resolve inspection discrepancies or issues related to receiving operations.

Develop procedures for proper staging, labeling, and segregation of flight and non-flight hardware.

Partner with supply chain, quality, and production teams to build clear processes for discrepancy resolution and material routing.

Prepare outbound shipments with accurate documentation and packaging in compliance with customer and regulatory standards.

Implement and maintain ERP/WMS receiving records to ensure end-to-end traceability.

Lead continuous improvement efforts to refine receiving and shipping processes as production volume scales.

Develop and implement ways to streamline processes site-wide, enhancing efficiency in the shipping and receiving domain.

Promote and enforce safety standards in all warehouse and dock operations. Perform general housekeeping, safety, and 5S practices in the work area.

Efficiently handle the receipt, storage, and issuance of a wide variety of parts, materials, and hardware to support operations, ensuring items are accounted for and properly stored.

Operate forklifts, pallet-jacks and other material-handling equipment as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

2+ years of demonstrated experience in inventory control, warehousing, or supply chain, with a preference for receiving, precision, mechanical, or metrological inspection experience

Preferred Skills and Experience

Ability to develop or improve receiving processes in alignment with regulatory, quality, or customer requirements

Familiarity with aerospace documentation (certificates of conformance, MSDS, AS9100/ISO)

Strong ERP/WMS systems skills and ability to build accurate data entry and traceability practices

Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with a process-builder mindset

Flexibility to work various shifts including overtime and weekends to meet deadlines

Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted and perform physical activities including lifting, standing, climbing, bending, and walking for up to 75% of shift

Forklift certification preferred

Additional Information

Flexibility to work various shifts including overtime and weekends as needed (6 AM start time)

Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted and perform physical activities as described above

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and market data. In addition to base pay, full-time hires may be eligible for long-term incentives (stock options) and benefits including medical, vision, dental, and 401(k).

Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including ITAR and EAR. This position requires applicants to be U.S. Persons or eligible to obtain an export license. Learn more about ITAR.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected status.

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