The Buyer will manage procurement of PCBs and components for aerospace, negotiate terms with suppliers, and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place!
E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.
We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to join our growing procurement team. This role is critical in supporting the transition of components and printed circuit boards (PCBs) from development into full-scale production for aerospace applications. You’ll work closely with engineering, quality, planning, and supply chain teams to ensure supplier readiness, cost efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Source and procure PCBs, and a wide variety of related components for aerospace systems.
- Support the smooth transition from prototype/NPI to production, ensuring supplier scalability and readiness.
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with domestic and international suppliers.
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, or cost.
- Maintain accurate procurement documentation and support audits.
- Ensure supplier compliance with aerospace standards including AS9100, ITAR.
What You Bring to This Role:
- +5 years of experience in procurement, preferably in aerospace or electronics.
- Strong understanding of (PCB) or other technical manufacturing and lifecycle requirements.
- Experience dealing with large component distributors.
- Experience with ERP systems (Netsuite, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
- Excellent negotiation, communication, organization, and analytical skills.
Extra Points For the Following:
- Experience with transitioning products from development to production.
- Familiarity with PCB fabrication and assembly technologies.
- Supply chain certifications (e.g., CPSM, APICS) are a plus.
This is a full time, exempt position, based out of either our Saratoga, CA or Arlington, TX office. The target base pay for this position is $100,000 - $200,000 annually. The total compensation packaged will be determined by various factors such as your relevant job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured and used—so we’re looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge and direct experience on LEO satellite component development, design and in-orbit activities. If that’s your experience – then we’ll be immediately wow-ed. E-Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.
Why E-Space is right for you:
As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.
We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That’s why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space:
• An opportunity to really make a difference
• Sustainability at our core
• Fair and honest workplace
• Innovative thinking is encouraged
• Competitive salaries
• Continuous learning and development
• Health and wellness care options
• Financial solutions for the future
• Optional legal services (US only)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
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E-SPACE Los Gatos, California, USA Office
449 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA, United States, 95030
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