Aerospace Procurement Specialist - Hardware Buyer

Astro Mechanica; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) program

Flexible time-off policy

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Astro Mechanica is seeking a Procurement Associate to ensure timely delivery of critical parts and materials crucial for our aerospace projects. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of procurement experience, a detail-oriented mindset, and strong supplier communication skills to thrive in our fast-paced environment.

This role involves collaborating closely with engineering and manufacturing teams, managing vendor relationships, and driving timely execution of supplier schedules. Comprehensive benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a flexible time-off policy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain in a hardware environment.
• Strong bias toward action and ability to unblock teams under schedule pressure.
• Exceptional organization skills to track parts, suppliers, quotes, and delivery dates.

Responsibilities

• Root out demand signals across teams to identify purchasing needs.
• Manage vendor prospecting, quoting, and order placement.
• Build relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability and quality.

Skills

Organizational skills

Supplier communication

Technical understanding

Procurement experience

Detail-oriented

Job description

Astro Mechanica is seeking a Procurement Associate to ensure timely delivery of critical parts and materials crucial for our aerospace projects. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of procurement experience, a detail-oriented mindset, and strong supplier communication skills to thrive in our fast-paced environment.

This role involves collaborating closely with engineering and manufacturing teams, managing vendor relationships, and driving timely execution of supplier schedules. Comprehensive benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a flexible time-off policy.