Senior Inventory Control Specialist
Job Description
SEAKR Engineering is seeking a highly experienced, self-directed Senior Inventory Control Specialist (Property Administrator Level 5) with deep expertise in Government Property management to join our team. This role is intended for a senior-level individual contributor who can operate as a subject matter expert in a fast-paced aerospace environment, with a strong focus on compliance, accountability, and audit readiness.
Responsibilities
- Create, maintain, and ensure accuracy of inventory locations, including Government Furnished Property (GFP) and Customer Furnished Property (CFP)
- Serve as a primary resource for Government Property compliance, including supporting FAR/DFARS requirements, audit readiness, and property accountability across programs
- Support customer inquiries, and compliance activities; respond to data requests and ensure documentation is accurate and complete
- Coordinate and participate in internal and external audits to meet company, contractual, and government requirements, ensuring full alignment with Federal Acquisition Regulations and government contract standards
- Independently manage and execute complex inventory and materials functions, including high-level shop order kitting, material requisitions and loans, material POs, shortage resolution, and material transfers
- Assure material availability against program schedules; identify discrepancies and work cross-functionally to resolve supply gaps and mitigate risk
- Identify process gaps and drive continuous improvement efforts across inventory and material handling workflows
- Serve as a technical expert in ERP/MRP systems and reporting tools (IFS or similar preferred, PIEE ideal); proactively implement improvements to systems and processes
- Lead and support specialized functions such as shipping/receiving, Kanban systems, inventory accuracy initiatives, and test equipment management
- Mentor and train Property Administrators; provide guidance and support for team development
- Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance development of team members
- Provide input into team strategy, workload planning, and resource allocation
- Act as backup to the Property Manager as needed, including coverage during absences
Qualifications
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in materials management, inventory administration, or property management within aerospace, defense, or a similarly regulated environment
- Demonstrated hands-on experience with Government Property regulations (FAR/DFARS), including accountability and audit readiness for GFP/CFP (required)
- Proven ability to operate independently as a subject matter expert in Government Property with minimal oversight
- Experience supporting audits, customer inquiries, and compliance-related activities
- Strong understanding of inventory control processes, material traceability, and property accountability
- Demonstrated experience with program closeout procedures, including the disposition of excess/residual property in accordance with FAR/DFARS property lifecycle requirements
- Experience mentoring or training team members and contributing to team development
- Solid experience with ERP/MRP systems and reporting tools (IFS or similar preferred, PIEE ideal)
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and implement process improvements
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally across programs and teams
- High attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Additional Information
Compensation: Base pay range is $40-45/hour, depending on qualifications. SEAKR has very rich medical, dental and vision insurance plans, along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for a year-end bonus. SEAKR offers a variety of paid leave, such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA.
This position will work a day shift on a 9/80 schedule (alternating Fridays off).
SEAKR is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
US Citizenship Required
Applications will be accepted until 7/17/26.