Supply Chain Intern- Summer 2027

Application window closes 11/7/26

Stratolaunch is seeking a detail-orientated and driven Supply Chain Intern to support our operations team. This role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, with exposure to procurement, aircraft parts logistics, inventory control, and vendor coordination critical to maintaining operational readiness.

 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Procurement

• Assist with creating and processing purchase requisitions and purchase orders for production materials, components, tooling, and indirect supplies.
• Support buyers in obtaining supplier quotes, confirming lead times, and tracking order status.
• Help maintain accurate purchasing records, pricing information, and supplier documentation within the ERP system.
• Review open purchase orders and help identify potential material shortages, late deliveries, and other supply risks.
• Assist with expediting critical materials to support production schedules and customer commitments.

 

Shipping and Receiving

• Support receiving activities by verifying incoming materials against purchase orders, packing slips, certifications, and inspection requirements.
• Assist with labeling, documenting, and routing received materials to inspection, stock, production, or quarantine areas.
• Help prepare domestic and international shipments, including packaging, shipping documentation, carrier coordination, and tracking.
• Maintain accurate shipping and receiving records in accordance with company procedures and aerospace quality requirements.
• Assist with investigating shipping discrepancies, damaged goods, incorrect quantities, and missing documentation.

 

Supplier Management

• Support supplier communication regarding order acknowledgments, delivery schedules, quality documentation, and corrective actions.
• Assist in maintaining supplier performance data, including on-time delivery, quality performance, lead times, and responsiveness.
• Help organize supplier records, certifications, approvals, and compliance documentation.
• Participate in supplier review meetings and assist with follow-up actions as assigned.
• Support efforts to identify alternate suppliers and mitigate supply-chain risks.

 

Inventory Control

• Assist with cycle counts, physical inventory activities, and reconciliation of inventory variances.
• Help maintain accurate inventory records, location data, and material traceability in the ERP system.
• Monitor inventory levels and support replenishment planning for critical materials and consumables.
• Assist with identifying excess, obsolete, damaged, or slow-moving inventory.
• Support material movement and warehouse organization to improve inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Operations Management, Logistics, or related field.

 

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

 

• Strong interest in supply chain operations within aerospace, manufacturing, defense, or other regulated industries.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, or similar is preferred.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with procurement, warehouse, quality, production, engineering, and supplier teams.
• Basic understanding of inventory management, purchasing, logistics, or manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Eagerness to learn and take initiative.

 

Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable

• This position is located in Mojave, CA
• This position may involve work in both an office setting and a warehouse or manufacturing environment. The intern may be required to safely handle, move, and organize materials in accordance with company procedures and applicable safety requirements.
• $20.00 Hourly 
• 9/80 Schedule