Buyer

About the role

We are seeking a Buyer to join our team supporting NASA’s deep space exploration missions. This role involves procuring, documenting, and managing commercial and non-commercial purchase orders and subcontracts in alignment with company procedures and federal acquisition regulations.

Responsibilities

• Procure, fully document, and assemble files for purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Source, award, and administer build-to-print manufacturing requirements, including interpreting fabrication drawings to develop effective procurement strategies.
• Utilize subcontract models and templates to award firm fixed-price, blanket purchase agreements, time and material, and labor-hour subcontracts for materials, systems, facility modifications, and services.
• Analyze market trends, track orders, verify delivery, approve payment reconciliations, maintain records, and assess subcontractor performance.
• Prepare request for proposal (RFP) packages, evaluate proposals, and negotiate pricing and provisions.
• Lead source selection teams, including supplier qualification, requirements definition, and proposal evaluation criteria development.
• Participate in developing and implementing procurement policies and training lower-level procurement personnel.
• Review, edit, and approve statements of work and task specifications for accuracy and completeness.
• Develop and track small business plans and goals, and conduct outreach to increase small business participation.
• Create and maintain procurement and subcontract reports and metrics.
• Train and mentor lower-level buyers, demonstrating leadership development skills.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with enterprise management systems (Maximo or similar preferred).
• Previous procurement experience in a NASA or federal acquisition environment is preferred.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency may be required.

Work Environment

• Primarily an office environment, with occasional inside or outside work depending on the task.
• May involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).
• Use of standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
• Regular attendance and ability to adjust schedule for peak periods or surge requirements.
• Professional behavior that promotes teamwork and cooperation; appropriate grooming and dress.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable.
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements.