Buyer

About the role

Xona is the navigational intelligence company bringing real-time, centimeter-level certainty to any device, anywhere on Earth. With Pulsar – the world’s most advanced PNT satellite infrastructure in Low Earth Orbit – Xona will offer a future-proof, backwards-compatible global positioning system optimized for absolute precision, superior power, and robust protection. As Buyer, you will procure space-grade components and materials for the development, integration, testing, and production of Low Earth Orbit satellite systems. Your work will have significant impact on our goal of bringing cutting-edge navigation technologies to space.

Responsibilities

• Execute purchase orders for satellite components, subsystems, materials, and services
• Source competitive quotes while balancing schedule, cost, quality, and risk
• Support vendor relationships with long-lead and sole-source suppliers
• Manage delivery schedules for R&D and flight items
• Coordinate with suppliers on order status, delays, expedites, and corrective actions
• Track supplier performance related to cost, quality, and responsiveness
• Support the team in testing and implementing a new ERP system
• Support logistics for domestic and international suppliers by verifying correct documentation
• Create and manage vendor accounts, set up net terms, negotiate payment terms, and ensure compliance with tax exemptions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field (or 3-5 years of experience as a buyer in a technical field)
• Experience working in Aviation/Aerospace, Automotive, Defense, or Robotics in a purchasing capacity
• Experience purchasing technical components, hardware, machined parts, and electronics
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with Quality Management (QMS) Systems, such as ISO 9001 or AS9100
• Experience with consignment and turnkey purchasing for PCB assembly or other complex electrical builds
• Understanding of domestic and international shipping requirements and ability to prepare shipping documentation. Familiarity with HTS codes, ECCN basics, Incoterms, and controlled-item handling is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all documentation and transactions
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration internally, and for vendor management externally
• Flexibility and adaptability to evolving program needs and priorities
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and support systems and software scale-up

For U.S. Roles: To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e. Green Card holder), or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). For U.K. Roles: To comply with U.K. regulations, this role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks, and successful candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC). For Canada Roles: Successful candidates must obtain and hold a security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.