GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
The Kitting & Material Specialist role is responsible for inventory accuracy and kitting execution to support Engineering, Assembly, Test, and Program delivery at Technical Directions Inc. This role ensures the right material, in the right configuration, at the right time is available to support production and test execution.
Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this position serves as the execution bridge between material requirements and shop-floor schedules, maintaining inventory integrity, traceability, and kitting discipline in accordance with AS9100D and internal standards.
Kitting Execution & Material Staging
Prepare, stage, and release material kits based on:
Work orders
Engineering BOMs
Build schedules
Ensure all kits are:
Complete
Accurate
Configuration-controlled
Deliver kits to production areas in alignment with build priorities
Maintain clear identification and organization of all kits
Configuration Control & BOM Alignment
Verify all materials match the correct:
Part numbers
Revisions
Quantities
Support implementation of engineering changes (ECR/ECO/ECN) impacting kits
Prevent use of incorrect, obsolete, or unapproved material
Ensure kits reflect the latest released configuration
Ensure proper handling of:
Lot-controlled material
Serialized components
Shelf-life sensitive items
Maintain strict segregation of:
Company-owned material
Government-owned material (FAR/DFARS compliance)
Production & Shop Floor Support
Respond to:
Shortages
Missing parts
Urgent material needs
Assist in resolving material-related production issues
Support rework, special builds, and engineering requests
Cross-Functional Coordination
Partner with:
Buyers and Supply Chain on shortages and material status
Engineering and Configuration Management on BOM changes
Communicate material status clearly to stakeholders
Systems & Data Integrity (Digital Thread)
Maintain accurate records of:
Inventory
Kitting status
Work order material consumption
Ensure data integrity supports:
Production execution
Quality traceability
Program visibility
Continuous Improvement & 6S Discipline
Follow established material handling, kitting, and inventory procedures
Maintain clean, organized, and visual kitting areas (6S standards)
Identify opportunities to improve:
Kitting efficiency
Material flow
Inventory accuracy
Support standardization of kitting processes and layouts
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
May include leadership, coordination, and oversight of kitting activities through assigned direct reports.
Keyword: kitting, inventory control, material staging, BOM alignment, configuration control, AS9100D, ERP, MRP, Costpoint, traceability, aerospace manufacturing, material handling, 6S, engineering support
Required Experience:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Required
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to interpret:
BOMs
Work orders
Part numbers and revisions
Strong communication and coordination skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
Ability to manage confidential and export-controlled information (ITAR)
Preferred
Experience in aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing environments
Familiarity with:
AS9100D material control and traceability requirements
ERP/MRP systems (Costpoint preferred)
Barcode or inventory tracking systems
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
1-3 years of experience in:
Kitting
Inventory control
Warehouse or manufacturing support
Preferred
Experience supporting high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments
Experience working with engineering-driven BOM changes
From: Kratos Defense
Kratos is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled.
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