Astrobotic is at the forefront of advancing space exploration and technology development. Our expertise spans from lunar rovers, landers, and infrastructure to spacecraft navigation, machine vision, and computing systems for in-space robotic applications. To date, the company has been contracted for two lunar missions, and has won more than 60 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Department of Defense (DoD), and commercial technology contracts worth more than $600 million.

We recently launched and operated the first American lunar lander mission since the Apollo Program. Beyond helping lead America back to the Moon, Astrobotic developed and operates reusable vertical takeoff, vertical landing (VTVL) rockets and continues to advance next-generation VTVL capabilities and advanced rocket engines. Established in 2007, Astrobotic is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, with a propulsion and test campus in Mojave, CA.

At Astrobotic, you’ll join a motivated team working on real space missions, from rover systems to lunar landers to power systems. If you’re passionate about space, contracts, and making technology fly, we want to hear from you.

Astrobotic is currently seeking an experienced Buyer to support the acquisition of required goods and services for direct contract and indirect projects.  This position plays a major role in the effective management of open purchase commitments, negotiations, and supplier relationships. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, support all aspects of supply chain, and ensure the timely and efficient delivery of goods and services while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

Job Responsibilities:

• Place and manage purchase orders and subcontracts for both direct contract and indirect company-support acquisitions.
• Maintain compliant and accurate purchasing records.
• Monitor and expedite open purchase orders according to project requirements. Manage relevant purchase order data in ERP system to ensure accurate and complete information at all times.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Interpret engineering data such as specifications, drawings, & statements of work, and make suggestions internally to our project teams & externally to our suppliers based off this data.
• Conduct negotiations, with management support, to secure favorable terms and conditions, price, and schedule with suppliers.
• Ensure program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet needs.
• Understand technical challenges related to purchases and participate in discussions related to them.
• Maintain coordination with internal customers to identify supply chain performance risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful company performance.
• Support resolution of discrepancies related to purchasing, delivery, receiving, accounts payable invoices, and payment to the supplier.
• Support shipping, receiving, and inventory management functions, as needed.
• Provide supply chain procedure recommendations to reduce project risks and increase supplier performance.
• Influence overall supply chain department’s strategic direction and ensure relevant corporate strategic objectives are achieved.
• Work independently on assigned tasks. Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures related to assignments.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, engineering, or related discipline. 
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain
• Demonstrated negotiation skills developed from Terms and Conditions, contracts, proposal management, supplier management, capture management or similar negotiating activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas, anticipate potential objections, and persuade others to adopt a different point of view.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working in aerospace industry or DOD contracting.
• Experience with FAR and DFAR requirements.
• Familiarity with relevant software and tools, including procurement management and ERP systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint and Jira.
• Knowledge of policies and processes in compliance with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100.
• Experience with procurement-focused government audits.

Compensation & Benefits:

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for this position. The actual base salary offered will depend on numerous factors, including individual performance, business objectives, and the candidate’s professional & educational experience. Base salary is just one component of Astrobotic’s competitive total rewards strategy.

Our total rewards package for full-time employees includes:

• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance and AD&D, voluntary short- and long-term disability coverage, plus voluntary life and supplemental insurance options
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Immediate vesting with company match
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays
• Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling, mental health resources, and will preparation services
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Accident and hospital indemnity coverage, as well as pet insurance

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more details about the specific compensation and benefits during the hiring process.

Export Control Regulations:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. person which includes U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) including those individuals granted refugee or asylum status, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Astrobotic Technology, Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation:

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to contact@astrobotic.com.