Base: $75,000 - $90,000 usd (ca only); bonus/equit...
On-site
2+ years buying or manufacturing engineering experience
Bachelor's degree or 6+ years total work experience
Proven ability to source, onboard, and negotiate pricing
Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Buyer II for Fasteners to manage procurement for their aerospace operations in either Middle River, MD, or Long Beach, CA. The ideal candidate will have experience in sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, particularly in the aerospace sector, and will play a crucial role in supporting the company's supply chain and engineering teams
Job Summary
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and spacecraft design.
The Buyer II role involves converting purchase requisitions into orders while ensuring on-time delivery of parts for rockets and satellites.
Employees receive a robust benefits package including top-tier medical coverage, equity, and paid parental leave.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Buyer II for Fasteners to manage procurement for their aerospace operations in either Middle River, MD, or Long Beach, CA. The ideal candidate will have experience in sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, particularly in the aerospace sector, and will play a crucial role in supporting the company's supply chain and engineering teams.
Salary
Base: $75,000 - $90,000 USD (CA only); Bonus/Equity: Company equity included; Benefits: Medical HMO/PPO, dental, vision, 401(k) match
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
2+ years buying or manufacturing engineering experience
Bachelor's degree or 6+ years total work experience
Proven ability to source, onboard, and negotiate pricing
Knowledge of purchasing processes and RFQ management
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%
Nice-to-have
Familiarity with sourcing aerospace-grade fasteners
Understanding of NAS, MS, or AN specifications
Established relationships with high-performance material suppliers
Proficient in MRP systems
Experience reading engineering drawings
Prior experience in rapid growth environment
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree required
2+ years in buying or manufacturing engineering
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