Buyer

Industrious Ventures; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Xona is seeking a Buyer to procure space-grade components and materials for the development and production of Low Earth Orbit satellite systems. You will execute purchase orders, manage supplier relationships, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining export control and quality compliance.

You will coordinate with engineering and manufacturing teams, handle domestic and international shipping requirements, and support ERP system implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field, or 3–5 years as a buyer in a technical field.
• Experience in Aviation/Aerospace, Automotive, Defense, or Robotics purchasing.
• Experience purchasing technical components, hardware, machined parts, and electronics.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems such as ISO 9001 or AS9100.
• Experience with consignment and turnkey purchasing for PCB assembly or other complex electrical builds.
• Knowledge of domestic and international shipping requirements and ability to prepare shipping documentation; HTS codes, ECCN basics, Incoterms, and controlled-item handling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute purchase orders for satellite components, subsystems, materials, and services.
• Source competitive quotes 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 testing and implementation of a new ERP system.
• Support logistics for domestic and international suppliers with correct documentation.
• Create and manage vendor accounts, set up net terms, negotiate payment terms, and ensure tax exemption compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

3–5 years of buying experience in a technical field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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. You will support engineering and manufacturing teams by executing purchase orders, managing supplier relationships, ensuring on‑time delivery, and maintaining compliance with export control, quality, and contractual requirements. 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

Desired Qualifications

• 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.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.