Kitting & Material Specialist

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.

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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Kratos Unmanned Systems