Part 145 MRO Buyer

ecube; Coolidge (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecube, a U.S.-based MRO provider, is seeking a Part 145 MRO Buyer to oversee procurement of aircraft parts, services, and supplies for Ecube-US operations, ensuring timely availability and compliance.

You will manage purchase orders, supplier onboarding, and documentation such as FAA 8130-3 and EASA Form 1, while controlling costs and inventory levels in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3 to 5 years purchasing experience in a fast-paced environment.
• 3 to 5 years Commercial Aerospace buying experience preferred.
• Authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
• Ability to read and write English proficiently.

Responsibilities

• Continuous follow-up to ensure supplier and delivery commitments are met.
• Ensure compliance with requisitions to minimize inventory and meet deadlines.
• Review purchase requisitions for content, accuracy and urgency.
• Monitor stock levels to determine procurement necessity.
• Determine supply sources and oversee supplier management.
• Verify purchases comply with regulations and company policies.
• Expedite open purchase orders as needed.
• Negotiate prices with vendors and arrange shipment methods.
• Procure components with reliability while maintaining fiduciary responsibility.
• Report material delays to Maintenance Management for timely resolution.
• Track customer core units and address late returns.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Time-management

Interpersonal communication

Accountability

Problem-solving under pressure

Multitasking and prioritization

Flexibility to work variable shifts

English language proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suites

Advanced computer applications and data entry

Job description

The Part 145 MRO Buyer is responsible for overseeing the procurement of all aircraft-related parts, equipment, services, and supplies necessary to support Ecube-US Part 145/MRO operations. This role involves sourcing aircraft parts and services, initiating purchase orders, expediting existing orders, and coordinating logistics to meet immediate operational requirements. The position ensures that all service requests are addressed promptly and effectively supporting the return of customer core units in accordance with customer requirements. Additionally, the 145 MRO Buyer is responsible for ensuring that all material eligible for customer billing is properly identified and provided to the appropriate departments for accurate inclusion on customer invoices.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Continuous follow-up to ensure supplier and delivery commitments are met.
• Ensure compliance with maintenance requisitions in a way that minimizes inventory investments and meets time requirements.
• Review all purchase requisitions for content, accuracy, interchangeability, and the level of urgency.
• Monitor current stock levels and usage, to determine the necessity of the procurement request.
• Determines the responsible sources of supply and oversees supplier management and onboarding.
• Evaluate purchases to ensure compliance with all Federal Regulations and Company policies regarding quality, documentation and traceability.
• Expedite open purchase orders as required.
• Contacts vendors to negotiate prices, obtain the most preferred tag and direct the method of shipment.
• Procure components, services, equipment and supplies with high levels of reliability while maintaining fiduciary responsibility to the Company.
• Reports any materials delays to Maintenance Management for timely resolution and reduce delays.
• Monitor and track all customer core units and advise on any issues with late returns.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualified Experience / Skills / Training:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Associate degree in business or a related field (preferred)

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in purchasing in a fast-paced environment (required)
• 3 to 5 years of Commercial Aerospace buying experience (preferred)

Licensure/Certifications:

• None

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to perform consistently in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Accountability and ability to have hard conversations.
• Strong problem-solving skills under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites and advanced understanding of computer applications and data entries.
• Strong critical thinking and presentation skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.

Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages):

• Able to effectively read and write the English language (required)
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively through phone, email, and personal correspondence.
• Able to employ active listening and clearly communicate verbally and non-verbally in office environment

Travel Required:

• < 10%
• Authorized to work in the US, able to work in the U.S. without current or future need for visa sponsorship.

Clearance:

• N/A

Decision Making, Complexity:

• Decision-making complexity for a Part 145 MRO Buyer is exceptionally high because every purchasing choice includes strict regulatory compliance, aircraft-on-ground (AOG) timelines, and massive financial risk. Unlike buyers in standard manufacturing, an MRO buyer cannot simply choose the cheapest or fastest option; they must navigate certification documentation (i.e. FAA 8130-3, EASA FORM 1,COC) trace history, and shifting engineering requirements.

Organizational information:

Direct Reports:

No

Job Dimensions, Contributions to Company Success:

• Dimensions include but not limited to:
• Traceability Back-to-Birth: Verifying that every single component has non-incident statements and flawless pedigree documentation back to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).
• Certifications Management: Ensuring all incoming parts are accompanied by mandatory release certificates such as FAA Form 8130-3, EASA Form 1, or TC Form One.
• Approved Vendor List (AVL): Restricting all purchases strictly to suppliers that have been thoroughly audited and vetted by the facility’s Quality Assurance department.
• Suspected Unapproved Parts (SUPP) Prevention: Acting as the first line of defense against counterfeit, unapproved, or uncertified aviation components
• Expendables & Consumables: Maintaining optimal stock levels of piece-parts, fasteners, gaskets, and rivets to prevent hangar floor stoppages.
• TAT (Turnaround Time): How quickly components are sourced to prevent maintenance delays.
• PO Accuracy & Compliance Rate: Achieving zero quality escapes or parts rejected at receiving inspection due to missing paperwork.
• Cost Savings / Cost Avoidance: Reductions in material spending against baseline OEM pricing.
• Contributions include but not limited to:
• Direct Cost Savings: Aggressively negotiating prices on high-value parts, leveraging volume discounts, and sourcing from authorized surplus markets rather than defaulting to high-retail OEM pricing.
• Optimized Working Capital: Balancing the fine line between having enough inventory to support maintenance and over-stocking, by minimizing excess stock, they free up cash flow for the business.
• Alternative Sourcing Revenue: Utilizing smart procurement methods like core exchanges, component loans, or pool agreements to drastically lower the total cost of ownership for rotable assets.
• Freight and Logistics Cost Control: Consolidating shipments and partnering with cost-effective aerospace freight forwarders to minimize expedited shipping premiums, except when absolutely necessary.
• Supplier Performance Management: Holding vendors accountable to strict On-Time Delivery (OTD) metrics, ensuring that late parts from suppliers do not cause the MRO to miss its redelivery commitments to airline customer
• Guarding Against Quality Escapes: Serving as a strict gatekeeper by ensuring every part ordered comes with flawless, airworthy documentation (FAA Form 8130-3 / EASA Form 1). This ensures the MRO passes rigorous regulatory and customer audits seamlessly.
• Preventing Counterfeit Parts: Eradicating the risk of Suspected Unapproved Parts (SUP) entering the supply chain by strictly buying from audited, Quality-Approved Vendor Lists (AVL).

Nature of Contacts:

• Involved Communication with internal/external stakeholders will be required in this role.
• Physical Conditions – Mostly sitting for 6-8 hours per day with occasional walking, bending, and kneeling.
• Environmental Conditions – Indoor work environment in an office setting, utilizing computer equipment and phones to facilitate work and communication.
• Operational Conditions - Managing high-stress situations during tight aircraft turnaround windows to prevent material delays. Dynamic priorities with rapidly shifting job assignments from routine tasks to urgent unscheduled work based on operational needs.

Equal Opportunity:

Airbus is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Airbus is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.