Inventory Control Specialist

altentechnologyusa· Engineering
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📍 San Francisco, California💰 USD 95K–110K

About this role

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES for Inventory Control Specialist:

Receiving / Quality Control

  • Perform detailed visual inspections of incoming materials/products
  • Verify products meet quality standards and specifications (if needed for the item and called for – GD&T)
  • Document any defects or quality issues / check for shipping damage
  • Coordinate with suppliers regarding quality concerns
  • Process return authorizations when needed
  • Maintain inspection records and reports (only if we start getting regular items, but this might not be needed)
  • Ensure proper documentation is included and verify quantities against purchase orders
  • Facilitate incoming package processes from inspection, order reconciliation, supplier remediation, and alerting recipients
  • Verify incoming items against purchase orders and close open orders in the main procurement system
  • Maintain inspection records

Inventory Management

  • Verify order accuracy before shipping
  • Package items according to specifications
  • Select appropriate shipping methods and carriers
  • Monitor stock levels and movement (if needed for maintaining stock – might be more of a facility thing)
  • Follow all safety protocols and procedures
  • Maintain a clean and organized inventory space
  • Monitor and define MRO inventory levels to ensure teams have material readily available
  • Generate reports on material use and material flow through the facility
  • Create SOPs, documentation, and organize materials to ensure proper inventory hygiene

Logistics Coordination

  • Oversee outbound logistics operations in coordination with organizational projects
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams over a wide variety of projects involving outbound and indirect shipments
  • Facilitate the packaging, validation, and shipment of outbound packages

Procurement

  • Assist in day-to-day purchasing for various facility teams
  • Track high-impact orders to ensure order discoverability
  • Onboard new suppliers as necessary

REQUIRED SKILLS:

 

  • GDT&T- required 
  • Organization and time management
  • Computer proficiency
  • Knowledge of inventory management systems
  • Understanding of shipping/logistics processes
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Communication skills
  • Physical ability to lift and move materials
  • Forklift certification (or willing to get it)
  • Basic math skills

 

Salary Range: $95,000-$110,000/K

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Inventory Control Specialist role at altentechnologyusa?
The listed salary for this Inventory Control Specialist position at altentechnologyusa is USD 95K–110K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Inventory Control Specialist position at altentechnologyusa located?
This Inventory Control Specialist role at altentechnologyusa is based in San Francisco, California. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Inventory Control Specialist at altentechnologyusa belong to?
This Inventory Control Specialist position is part of the Engineering department at altentechnologyusa. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Inventory Control Specialist job at altentechnologyusa posted?
This Inventory Control Specialist position at altentechnologyusa was posted on Aug 18, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Inventory Control Specialist
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