Tool Control Coordinator (R5727)

The role

This person will set up and run a tool control program for maintenance operations, following aviation standards. The job covers tool rooms, tool audits, technician training, and tracking controlled tools and equipment.

What you will do

• Develop and implement a tool control program, including policies, procedures, tool inventories, shadow boards, tracking systems, and inspection protocols.
• Lead daily operations of tool rooms and tool issue points.
• Establish and maintain tool control documentation aligned with regulatory, OEM, and internal quality requirements.
• Assume responsibility for the tool calibration program.
• Conduct tool audits, inspections, and discrepancy investigations, and report missing or damaged tools.
• Train technicians on tool control standards, handling, documentation, and safety.
• Collaborate with production, quality, safety, supply chain, and engineering teams.
• Manage tool procurement, calibration scheduling, repair, and replacement planning.
• Monitor and report tool control metrics and compliance findings to senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement of tool control processes and workflow efficiency.

Required qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of Inventory Clerk with ERP experience
• Able to work 9am-5pm or 10am-6pm
• Minimum 1 year work experience as an Inventory Clerk or similar role
• Excellent math and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet programs
• Ability to problem solve quickly and prioritize daily tasks
• Personal accountability and integrity for accurate inventory accounting
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Nice to have

• 3+ years of ERP inventory experience
• Forklift Operator Certified
• Experience with RFID scanner inventory systems
• Manufacturing experience
• MS Office experience

Benefits

• Bonus
• Benefits
• Equity
• Temporary benefits package applicable after 60 days of employment for temporary employees

Before you apply

• All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.
• Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.

About the company

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company that builds intelligent systems to protect service members and civilians. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation technologies.