Project Coordinator

Socket.dev; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AMS Group, Inc. in Torrance, CA, is seeking an experienced Project Coordinator for our Operations unit to manage multiple aerospace/defense projects. You will coordinate with Production, Engineering, Sales, Quality, and Finance to keep projects on schedule.

The role emphasizes procurement planning, supplier negotiations, purchase orders, and on-time delivery, with limited travel. A bachelor's degree and at least 3 years in project coordination, preferably in aerospace/defense, are expected.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Experience using MS Project, Smartsheet, or comparable project management software.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal communication and management skills.
• Ability to manage own workload: plan, track, and communicate progress proactively.
• Flexible and adaptable to change, creative problem solver.
• Limited travel required in support of supplier and customer visits.

Responsibilities

• Correspond with suppliers and negotiate component pricing in support of project proposals.
• Plan and manage procurement and supplier selection in coordination with Production and Engineering.
• Draft purchase orders in support of procurement plans.
• Follow up with suppliers and ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain and update project schedules and status.
• Communicate with key customers, suppliers, and service providers to ensure project milestones are met.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams in Sales, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

PM software experience

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Proactive workload management

Flexible/adaptable

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

ERP systems (Dynamics/SAP/Oracle/Epicor)

Job description

Description

Company Overview

AMS Group, Inc. is a leading distributor, manufacturer and supplier of engineered aerospace and defense systems, components, and subsystems, providing innovative technologies and logistics support to defense and security markets. We are a rapidly growing small business (100 employees) with our headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia and offices in Stevensville, Maryland; Kearneysville, West Virginia; San Diego and Torrance, California. AMS Group, Inc. and its business units are committed to conducting business in a legal, ethical, and socially responsible manner. We consistently focus on creating value and innovation to benefit our partners, clients and customers while also ensuring the health, safety and welfare of our employees and the communities in which we operate.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Project Coordinator for our AMS Operations business unit based in Torrance, CA where we manufacture a wide variety of electrical, mechanical, and electronic assemblies.

The Project Coordinator is a hands-on role for a candidate who looks forward to managing multiple aerospace/defense projects in a fast-paced environment. It is a perfect opportunity for someone who enjoys working with a variety of product types, coordinating with multiple departments, solving problems, and taking ownership of projects.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Correspond with suppliers and negotiate component pricing in support of project proposals.
• Plan and manage procurement and supplier selection in coordination with Production and Engineering.
• Draft purchase orders in support of procurement plans.
• Follow up with suppliers and ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain and update project schedules and status.
• Communicate with key customers, suppliers, and service providers to ensure project milestones are met.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams in Sales, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Minimum Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using MS Project, Smartsheet, or comparable project management software preferred.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal communication and management skills.
• Ability to manage own workload: plan, track, and communicate progress proactively.
• Flexible and adaptable to change, creative problem solver.
• Limited travel required in support of supplier and customer visits.

WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION

• Minimum bachelor's degree with strong academic performance.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in project coordination.
• Experience working in the Aerospace / Defense industry is preferred.
• Technical background and/or experience is preferred.
• Experience using an ERP system such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, or similar is preferred.
• US Citizenship required.

AMS Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of the ITAR. The ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.