Buyer
Rockville, MDAll locationsRockville, MDHawthorne, CA On-site
$50,000–$100,000 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
We are seeking a hands-on Buyer to own the purchasing system while also driving shipping, receiving, and incoming hardware inspection for spacecraft development and manufacturing. This role serves as the primary procurement owner for engineering and operations, ensuring critical flight hardware, materials, and services are sourced competitively, purchased accurately, delivered on time, and received with rigor and diligence. This is a hardware-forward role and is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with suppliers, negotiating and managing purchases, coordinating with engineers, and maintaining direct visibility into the hardware that powers our spacecraft. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Quantum Space's total compensation package.
What you'll bring
- 3+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or sourcing operations
- Experience owning a purchasing or ERP system and managing purchase orders end to end
- Experience working directly with suppliers to obtain quotations, manage deliveries, and resolve procurement issues
- Ability to work closely with engineers to translate technical requirements into accurate purchases
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced, hardware-driven environment
- Clear and professional communication skills with both internal stakeholders and external vendors
- 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
- Join us in building the next generation of spacecraft.
- Experience in aerospace, space, defense, or other complex hardware manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, or spacecraft components and BOMs
- Experience supporting R&D, prototype builds, or low-rate production
- Background working at a startup or small, fast-moving engineering company