Senior Aerospace & Defense Buyer — Remote (9/80)

Leonardo DRS, Inc.; Salem (NH); Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health savings account

Telemedicine

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Legal insurance

401(k)

Career development

Flexible 9/80 schedule

Vacation leave

Parental leave

Community service hours

Job summary

Leonardo DRS, Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Buyer to lead sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for optics, optical assemblies, and precision components. The role emphasizes DFAR/FAR compliance and ITAR, with collaboration across engineering, contracts, and quality teams.

The ideal candidate has strong negotiation skills, experience managing complex suppliers, and knowledge of optical materials, coatings, lenses, mirrors, sensors, and related manufacturing processes. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of DFAR/FAR purchasing experience in Aerospace/Defense.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and related regulations.
• Experience using MRP/ERP systems and negotiating with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for optics and precision components.
• Issue RFQs, RFPs, and POs; perform cost/price analysis and negotiations.
• Evaluate supplier quotes for technical compliance, cost, and delivery.
• Maintain supplier relationships and ensure performance, delivery, and quality.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, contracts, and legal to meet program objectives.
• Input procurement data into ERP systems and maintain records per regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Optical materials

Coatings

Lenses

ERP systems

Communication

U.S. citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Leonardo DRS, Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Buyer to lead sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for optics, optical assemblies, and precision components. The role emphasizes DFAR/FAR compliance and ITAR, with collaboration across engineering, contracts, and quality teams.

The ideal candidate has strong negotiation skills, experience managing complex suppliers, and knowledge of optical materials, coatings, lenses, mirrors, sensors, and related manufacturing processes. U.S.