Buyer

Quantum Space; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Generous leave

401(k) matching

Equity sharing

Job summary

Quantum Space in Rockville, Maryland is looking for a hands-on Buyer to lead the purchasing system and drive sourcing for spacecraft development. You will manage supplier relationships and ensure critical components are sourced accurately and on time.

The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to work closely with engineers. This role provides a chance to impact the mission while growing expertise in aerospace procurement.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to work closely with engineers to translate technical requirements into accurate purchases.

Responsibilities

• Own the end‑to‑end purchasing process that directly supports spacecraft development and manufacturing.
• Manage supplier relationships, purchase orders, lead times, and procurement activities.
• Ensure engineers have the right parts, materials, and services on time.

Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation

Organizational Skills

Job description

Quantum Space is redefining mobility and autonomy in cislunar and geostationary space. Our Ranger spacecraft deliver high delta-V and on-orbit maneuverability that enable customers to access, operate, and persist in orbits previously out of reach. We’re building the infrastructure, vehicles, and operational expertise that connect and protect assets across the Earth–Moon system.

Quantum Space is seeking a hands‑on Buyer to own our 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.

Where You’ll Make an Impact

• Own the end‑to‑end purchasing process that directly supports spacecraft development and manufacturing
• Manage supplier relationships, purchase orders, lead times, and procurement activities to ensure uninterrupted support of engineering and production programs
• Ensure engineers have the right parts, materials, and services on time to meet aggressive build and test schedules
• Act as the primary interface between Quantum Space and its vendors, helping keep programs moving without supply chain surprises
• Manage shipping and receiving process for hardware and items that are purchased
• Verify incoming hardware and materials meet purchasing and quality requirements before entering inventory or production
• Improve purchasing processes, documentation, supplier performance, and vendor coordination as the company scales

What It Takes

• 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

Nice To Have

• 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
• Experience with supplier onboarding, vendor performance tracking, and strategic sourcing initiatives

What You’ll Get

Ownership – Own and operate the purchasing system and procurement processes that support spacecraft development and manufacturing.

Impact – Enable engineers and programs to execute on schedule by ensuring critical components, materials, and services are sourced reliably and on time.

Collaboration – Work directly with engineers, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to solve real supply‑chain challenges tied to flight hardware.

Growth – Expand your expertise in aerospace procurement, supplier management, strategic sourcing, and hardware‑driven supply‑chain operations as the company scales.

Compensation – Competitive salary: $50,000 – $100,000, equity, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, HSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing.

Additional Requirements

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Apply now. Join us in building the next generation of spacecraft.