Senior Buyer - Optics & EO Hardware (Remote)

Leonardo DRS, Inc.; California; Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible work schedule / 9/80 program

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to lead sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for optics and precision components. The role requires strong negotiation skills and knowledge of optical materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities include RFQ/RFP/PO management, supplier evaluation, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure program objectives and contract compliance. U.S. citizenship and DoD program experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of DFAR/FAR purchasing experience in Aerospace/Defense.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and U.S. Government procurement regulations.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage contracts.

Responsibilities

• Direct experience purchasing optical components or precision electro-optical hardware is required.
• Execute procurement activities for high-value, technically complex components and assemblies per FAR/DFARS/ITAR.
• Analyze MRP/ERP demand and issue RFQs/RFPs/POs to qualified suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier quotes for technical compliance, cost, and delivery; perform cost/price analysis.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships for long-term sourcing.
• Ensure supplier performance by monitoring delivery, quality, and responsiveness; drive corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, program management, contracts, and legal for alignment.
• Support supplier risk assessments and improvement plans; participate in audits.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier management

ITAR compliance

FAR/DFARS

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Job description

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to lead sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for optics and precision components. The role requires strong negotiation skills and knowledge of optical materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities include RFQ/RFP/PO management, supplier evaluation, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure program objectives and contract compliance. U.S. citizenship and DoD program experience are preferred.