- Robot type
- Drone
- Location
- HaywardCaliforniaUSA
- Job type
- Manufacturing
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
- Salary
- $131,250–$208,125 a year
Inventory Control Manager
Job description
Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders , soldiers in battlefield scenarios , and beyond .
Job responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain inventory control policies, procedures, and systems aligned with aerospace industry standards (e.g., AS9100).
- Monitor and manage raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods inventory to ensure accuracy and availability.
- Lead cycle counting programs, physical inventories, and reconciliation processes.
- Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with procurement, production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure material availability and traceability.
- Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements, including lot traceability, serialization, and documentation.
- Optimize warehouse layout, storage practices, and material handling processes for efficiency and safety.
- Analyze/develop inventory metrics (turns, accuracy, shortages, excess/obsolete stock) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
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