Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.
We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to support the procurement of direct materials, with a primary focus on precision machined parts and fabricated components. This role is a key execution position within the supply chain organization and is critical to ensuring on-time delivery of hardware for prototype and vehicle programs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
Responsibilities:
Support sourcing, onboarding, and maintenance of machining and fabrication suppliers (CNC machining, turning, 5-axis, sheet metal, weldments)
Execute routine purchasing activities, including issuing purchase orders and blanket purchase orders, tracking order status and expediting deliveries as required, and ensuring purchase order accuracy and completeness.
Support supplier onboarding and maintenance, including collecting required supplier information and documentation and maintaining accurate supplier master data in the ERP system.
Coordinate with Engineering and Quality to support drawing revisions and part configuration accuracy, as well as First Article Inspection (FAI) and quality documentation.
Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Monitor supplier performance and escalate delivery, quality, or pricing issues as needed
Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and Quality to ensure purchasing requirements are met
Support invoice resolution by assisting with purchase order and receipt discrepancies
Assist with material cost reviews, basic cost variance analysis, and cost control initiatives
Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies, procedures, and program requirements
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or related field
3-5 years purchasing or related technical experience
Experience supporting direct materials procurement
Coordinate with Engineering and Quality to support:
Drawing revisions and part configuration accuracy
First Article Inspection (FAI) and quality documentation
Strong negotiation skills especially related to cost and payment terms
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment
Strong work ethic with a high degree of flexibility
Familiarity with procurement/ERP systems
Preferred Skills & Experience:
Experience in or at an Aerospace or Defense manufacturer
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and basic tolerances
Familiarity with AS9100 / ISO9001 supplier environments
Experience supporting prototype or low-rate production programs
Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS)
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U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
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