Buyer III, ECO & Special Process

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE

As an end-to-end space transportation company, Firefly Aerospace is on a mission to enable our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the surface of the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.

SUMMARY

Become a vital force in Firefly's groundbreaking journey to Launch, Land, and Orbit! Our Supply Chain Team is seeking sharp, energetic individuals with an unwavering eye for detail. As a Supply Chain Buyer, you'll be a critical pillar of the Firefly Purchasing Team. Step up, contribute meaningfully, and shape the future with us.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Supply Chain efforts with Production and R & D teams.
• Ensure timely processing of Engineering Change Orders (ECO) as part of new item release process.
• Support order placement for tooling needs associated with new items.
• Support special processing sourcing needs in forgings, additive manufacturing, castings, etc.
• Work closely with Responsible Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Materials & Processes, etc. to understand product needs and specifications.
• Provide Design for Manufacturing (DFM) as well as Design for Cost feedback and other supplier and market considerations to development group.
• Support (TCO) cost savings efforts for R&D and production.
• Follow Corporate Procurement Practices and Procedures when making decisions concerning negotiating, sourcing, and contracting for all goods and services purchased for the plant.
• Compare quotes against requirements and budgetary compliance.
• Align R & D and production efforts with AVL (Approved Vendor List) data and compliance.
• Handle communications and negotiations with vendors and suppliers while ensuring all quality standards are met.
• Drive schedule recovery and corrective action.
• Analyze supply chain data and performance to improve productivity and efficiency while reducing costs.
• Assist with a wide array of additional functions as necessary within a rapid growth R&D environment.
• Review business aspects of requisition and provide advice as subject matter expert.
• Manage, audit and select suppliers to achieve Firefly objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• 7+ years of purchasing or equivalent experience
• BA, BS in related field
• Great project management and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation, interpersonal and influencing skills
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to back up conclusions with data
• Time management skills, with the ability to separate the important tasks from the noise
• Sense of urgency, with the ability to work well under pressure and complete tasks on-time
• MS Office (including Excel, Word & Outlook)
• Software operation and data entry skills
• Possess a valid “Real ID” driver’s license, and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks
• Physical stamina to perform regular duties, including
  • Lift, push, or pull at least 50 pounds
  • Stand for long periods of time
  • Crouch, bend, and reach

Desired

• Aerospace Industry experience
• Odoo ERP/MRP knowledge.
• ITAR experience.
• Experience in R&D, Proto-typing and test environment a plus.
• Experience in AS9100 environment.

Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.