Senior Manager – Inventory Control

Firefly Aerospace

Director of Inventory Control at Firefly Aerospace overseeing supply chain and logistics operations. Ensuring safety and efficiency in warehouse management and inventory control processes.

Posted 5/28/2026full-timeBriggs • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct responsibility for the Main Manufacturing Warehouse (footprint optimization, cleanrooms, ESD limits), Launch Warehouse Locations (mission-critical staging, remote tracking, high-velocity distribution), and Line-Side Inventory (Kanban, kitting, point-of-use replenishment).
Full leadership over multi-shift warehouse managers, supervisors, and material handlers, focusing heavily on safety culture (OSHA compliance, crane/forklift operations, aerospace compliance, and HAZMAT management).
Meticulous control of all components via serialization, batch/lot tracking, shelf-life limitations (epoxies, composites), and strict ITAR access control.
Ensure continuous cycle-counting to maintain inventory accuracy and prevent operational shutdowns.
Manage local and satellite Firefly Aerospace Warehouse locations and their associated functions, including Receiving, Materials Management, Picking, and Transfers.
Ensure accuracy, movement, and safe handling / storage of all inventory items.
Develop roles and responsibility for Warehouse personnel and develop standard work and measurements.
Create and maintain accuracy of all warehouse SOPs and ensure training requirements are maintained and documented.
Support System and Data integrity within the ERP system.
Develop and implement a culture of continuous improvement and KPIs to measure team efforts.
Support Quality, Production, Launch and other Firefly departments at the highest level of safety and quality.
Support all Firefly Warehouse and Logistics expansion and mission efforts domestically and internationally.
Use sound management principles and techniques to achieve a high level of efficiency and to develop talent, skills, and processes.
Maintain material in accordance with AS9100 processes.
Follow positive employee relations practices.
Select and recommend candidates for hire, promotion, recognition, disciplinary action and/or termination keeping appropriate documentation.
Manager the Warehouse budget and support the annual budget process.
Ensure that proper equipment training, certification, and safety observations are conducted and updated per HSE requirements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Operations, or a closely related business/technical field.
8 to 10+ years of progressive warehouse operations and inventory management leadership specifically within aerospace, defense, or commercial space launch systems.
A minimum of 10 years of experience in materials management, warehouse management, supply chain management, or a similar role.
Proven experience managing a decentralized inventory network, including central manufacturing hubs, remote field/launch sites, and fast-paced line-side or point-of-use (POU) replenishment cells.
Direct experience building, training, and managing a multi-shift team of warehouse managers, material control specialists, and logistics personnel under strict safety guidelines.
Proficiency with Enterprise Resource Planning and robust Warehouse Management Systems.
Practical understanding of managing age-sensitive materials (such as composites, epoxies, and sealants), including strict monitoring of storage temperatures, out-time tracking, and cleanroom limits.
Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
Ability to travel as required.
MS Office (including Excel, Word & Outlook)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

inventory managementwarehouse managementmaterials managementserializationbatch trackingshelf-life managementsupply chain managementcontinuous improvementKPI developmentsafety compliance

Soft Skills

leadershipstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingcross-functional collaborationemployee relationsteam developmentcommunicationorganizational skillstraining and developmentefficiency management

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor's degree in LogisticsBachelor's degree in Industrial EngineeringBachelor's degree in Aerospace OperationsOSHA certificationHSE certificationAS9100 certification