Materials Coordinator
Amca designs and manufactures a rapidly growing set of critical components and subsystems for aerospace and defense in avionics, fluid control systems, power electronics, complex hardware, and much more. We’re building the most comprehensive set of capabilities in the entire industry, enabling us to deliver solutions for every supply constraint across the industrial base.
Materials Coordinator
El Segundo, CA · Full-Time · On-Site
The Materials Coordinator is responsible for receiving and inspecting all incoming aerospace components, hardware, and materials. You will verify every shipment against purchase orders and documentation, ensure parts meet engineering requirements before they reach the floor, and own internal material movement throughout the shop from receiving through build completion.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Receiving & Inspection
- Receive incoming shipments and verify quantities, part numbers, and conditions against purchase orders and packing documentation
- Inspect parts against engineering drawings, specifications, and applicable quality requirements
- Review material certifications, certificates of conformance, and traceability documentation for completeness and accuracy
- Identify, tag, and quarantine nonconforming material and initiate the NCR/MRB process
- Log all receipts accurately in the ERP/MRP system with correct part numbers, lots, serials, and dates
- Communicate discrepancies, shortages, and substitutions to supply chain and production teams promptly
- Maintain organized receiving records and inspection logs in accordance with quality system requirements
Internal Material Movement & Shop Support
- Own internal material movement throughout the shop — from receiving and stockroom through kitting, staging, and delivery to the build area
- Prepare work orders by kitting parts and hardware and staging materials so builds can start without delay
- Support cycle counts, physical inventory, and stockroom organization
- Keep the receiving area and material storage areas clean, organized, and safe
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 2+ years of receiving, inspection, or warehouse experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
- Proficiency with basic measurement tools — calipers, micrometers, gauges
- Experience cross-referencing received hardware against purchase orders and accompanying documentation
- Experience logging receipts in an ERP or MRP system
- Sharp attention to detail and high standards for accuracy
- Comfortable in a fast-moving environment where priorities shift and every role matters
NICE TO HAVE
- Aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing background
- Familiarity with AS9100, NADCAP, or similar quality standards
- Experience supporting NCR/MRB disposition
- Forklift certification
EXPORT COMPLIANCE
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Amca provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a US person as: any individual who is granted U.S. citizenship; or. any individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence ("Green Card" holder); or. any individual who is granted status as a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3).
The Advanced Manufacturing Company of America prohibits discrimination or harassment based on the following categories: race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law.
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