Ensign-Bickford Industries
This opportunity is located within our
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company
business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Job Description EBAD seeks a
Buyer
supporting our indirect spend and production programs, reporting to the Senior Supply Chain and Logistics Manager in our Graham, KY location. Role - Buyer (Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing) The Buyer is responsible for procuring materials, components, and services in support of defense and aerospace production programs. The role ensures purchases meet
contractual requirements, military specifications, regulatory compliance (AS9100, ITAR/EAR) , and cost, quality, and delivery objectives. Key Responsibilities 1. Sourcing & Supplier Management Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers that meet
AS9100, ISO 9001, and NADCAP
requirements. Ensure suppliers are approved in the company's
Approved Supplier List (ASL)
and compliant with
ITAR/EAR export controls . Negotiate terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers while adhering to
FAR/DFARS clauses . Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure continuity of supply and long-term capability. 2. Procurement Execution Issue
Request for Quotes (RFQs)
with all applicable drawings, specifications, and quality clauses. Evaluate bids for compliance with
Statement of Work (SOW) ,
MIL-STD/MIL-DTL
requirements, and delivery timelines. Prepare and issue
Purchase Orders (POs)
with precise contract language, flow-down clauses, and quality requirements. Monitor order status to ensure on-time delivery and resolve any schedule or quality issues. 3. Compliance & Documentation Flow down all
government, customer, and contractual requirements
to suppliers, including quality standards and inspection criteria. Ensure
Certification of Conformance (C of C) , test reports, and traceability documentation are received and meet contract standards. Maintain procurement files for
audit readiness
(AS9100, DCMA, customer audits). Comply with
anti-corruption, export control, and procurement integrity regulations . 4. Cost, Quality & Delivery Performance Track and report supplier
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
such as On-Time Delivery (OTD), quality acceptance rate, and responsiveness. Identify and mitigate supplier risks through alternate sourcing or corrective action plans. Support
Value Engineering
and cost-reduction initiatives without compromising compliance or quality. 5. Cross-Functional Coordination Work closely with engineers to clarify technical requirements. Coordinate with quality assurance for source inspection, first article reviews, and supplier audits. Collaborate with program management and production planning to align purchase activities with project milestones. Support finance in resolving invoices or payment discrepancies. Skills & Qualifications Knowledge of
AS9100/ISO 9001, ITAR/EAR, FAR/DFARS
procurement regulations. Familiarity with
MIL-SPEC/MIL-DTL
and aerospace quality requirements. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, IFS, etc.). Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier relationship management skills. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and technical data packages. U.S. citizenship and security clearance eligibility (often required for classified programs). Example Deliverables Purchase Orders with correct
flow-down clauses . Supplier compliance documentation packages (C of C, test data, inspection reports). Monthly supplier performance scorecards. Procurement audit trail for government and customer review. Job Description - Buyer (Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing) Position Summary: The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services that meet the strict cost, quality, delivery, and compliance requirements of aerospace and defense manufacturing programs. This position ensures all purchases adhere to
AS9100 ,
ITAR/EAR ,
FAR/DFARS
regulations, and specific contract flow-down requirements. Key Responsibilities Source and qualify suppliers in accordance with
AS9100 ,
ISO 9001 , and
NADCAP
standards. Ensure supplier compliance with
ITAR/EAR
and maintain documentation for export-controlled materials. Prepare and issue
Requests for Quotes (RFQs)
with full technical data, drawings, and quality clauses. Analyze supplier bids for compliance with technical, contractual, and delivery requirements. Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to achieve program cost and delivery targets. Issue and manage
Purchase Orders (POs)
with complete
flow-down clauses ,
MIL-STD/MIL-DTL
requirements, and quality control provisions. Coordinate with Quality Assurance to arrange
First Article Inspections (FAI) , source inspections, and supplier audits. Monitor supplier
On-Time Delivery (OTD)
and quality performance, driving corrective actions as needed. Maintain procurement files for
audit readiness
(AS9100, DCMA, customer audits). Collaborate with engineering, program management, production planning, and finance to support project milestones and resolve supply chain issues. Required Qualifications 3-5+ years of procurement experience in
aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing
environments. Working knowledge of
AS9100/ISO 9001 ,
ITAR/EAR , and
FAR/DFARS
requirements. Experience with
MIL-SPEC/MIL-DTL
procurement and certification documentation. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, IFS, or similar). Strong negotiation, supplier management, and communication skills. Ability to read and interpret
engineering drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and technical data packages . U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance (as required by contract). Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting
Government Furnished Property (GFP)
or
Government Furnished Equipment (GFE)
procurement. Knowledge of
Earned Value Management (EVM)
impacts on procurement schedules. Lean Six Sigma or supply chain process improvement experience. Prior DCMA/customer interface experience. Associates, Bachelor's, master's degree Additional Information Reports to:
Supply Chain Manager / Purchasing Manager Department:
Supply Chain / Procurement Location:
[EBAD, Graham, Kentucky Location] Not Hybrid nor remote FLSA Status:
Exempt Travel:
Occasional, including supplier site visits and audits Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company
is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company
business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Job Description EBAD seeks a
Buyer
supporting our indirect spend and production programs, reporting to the Senior Supply Chain and Logistics Manager in our Graham, KY location. Role - Buyer (Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing) The Buyer is responsible for procuring materials, components, and services in support of defense and aerospace production programs. The role ensures purchases meet
contractual requirements, military specifications, regulatory compliance (AS9100, ITAR/EAR) , and cost, quality, and delivery objectives. Key Responsibilities 1. Sourcing & Supplier Management Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers that meet
AS9100, ISO 9001, and NADCAP
requirements. Ensure suppliers are approved in the company's
Approved Supplier List (ASL)
and compliant with
ITAR/EAR export controls . Negotiate terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers while adhering to
FAR/DFARS clauses . Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure continuity of supply and long-term capability. 2. Procurement Execution Issue
Request for Quotes (RFQs)
with all applicable drawings, specifications, and quality clauses. Evaluate bids for compliance with
Statement of Work (SOW) ,
MIL-STD/MIL-DTL
requirements, and delivery timelines. Prepare and issue
Purchase Orders (POs)
with precise contract language, flow-down clauses, and quality requirements. Monitor order status to ensure on-time delivery and resolve any schedule or quality issues. 3. Compliance & Documentation Flow down all
government, customer, and contractual requirements
to suppliers, including quality standards and inspection criteria. Ensure
Certification of Conformance (C of C) , test reports, and traceability documentation are received and meet contract standards. Maintain procurement files for
audit readiness
(AS9100, DCMA, customer audits). Comply with
anti-corruption, export control, and procurement integrity regulations . 4. Cost, Quality & Delivery Performance Track and report supplier
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
such as On-Time Delivery (OTD), quality acceptance rate, and responsiveness. Identify and mitigate supplier risks through alternate sourcing or corrective action plans. Support
Value Engineering
and cost-reduction initiatives without compromising compliance or quality. 5. Cross-Functional Coordination Work closely with engineers to clarify technical requirements. Coordinate with quality assurance for source inspection, first article reviews, and supplier audits. Collaborate with program management and production planning to align purchase activities with project milestones. Support finance in resolving invoices or payment discrepancies. Skills & Qualifications Knowledge of
AS9100/ISO 9001, ITAR/EAR, FAR/DFARS
procurement regulations. Familiarity with
MIL-SPEC/MIL-DTL
and aerospace quality requirements. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, IFS, etc.). Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier relationship management skills. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and technical data packages. U.S. citizenship and security clearance eligibility (often required for classified programs). Example Deliverables Purchase Orders with correct
flow-down clauses . Supplier compliance documentation packages (C of C, test data, inspection reports). Monthly supplier performance scorecards. Procurement audit trail for government and customer review. Job Description - Buyer (Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing) Position Summary: The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services that meet the strict cost, quality, delivery, and compliance requirements of aerospace and defense manufacturing programs. This position ensures all purchases adhere to
AS9100 ,
ITAR/EAR ,
FAR/DFARS
regulations, and specific contract flow-down requirements. Key Responsibilities Source and qualify suppliers in accordance with
AS9100 ,
ISO 9001 , and
NADCAP
standards. Ensure supplier compliance with
ITAR/EAR
and maintain documentation for export-controlled materials. Prepare and issue
Requests for Quotes (RFQs)
with full technical data, drawings, and quality clauses. Analyze supplier bids for compliance with technical, contractual, and delivery requirements. Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to achieve program cost and delivery targets. Issue and manage
Purchase Orders (POs)
with complete
flow-down clauses ,
MIL-STD/MIL-DTL
requirements, and quality control provisions. Coordinate with Quality Assurance to arrange
First Article Inspections (FAI) , source inspections, and supplier audits. Monitor supplier
On-Time Delivery (OTD)
and quality performance, driving corrective actions as needed. Maintain procurement files for
audit readiness
(AS9100, DCMA, customer audits). Collaborate with engineering, program management, production planning, and finance to support project milestones and resolve supply chain issues. Required Qualifications 3-5+ years of procurement experience in
aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing
environments. Working knowledge of
AS9100/ISO 9001 ,
ITAR/EAR , and
FAR/DFARS
requirements. Experience with
MIL-SPEC/MIL-DTL
procurement and certification documentation. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, IFS, or similar). Strong negotiation, supplier management, and communication skills. Ability to read and interpret
engineering drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and technical data packages . U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance (as required by contract). Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting
Government Furnished Property (GFP)
or
Government Furnished Equipment (GFE)
procurement. Knowledge of
Earned Value Management (EVM)
impacts on procurement schedules. Lean Six Sigma or supply chain process improvement experience. Prior DCMA/customer interface experience. Associates, Bachelor's, master's degree Additional Information Reports to:
Supply Chain Manager / Purchasing Manager Department:
Supply Chain / Procurement Location:
[EBAD, Graham, Kentucky Location] Not Hybrid nor remote FLSA Status:
Exempt Travel:
Occasional, including supplier site visits and audits Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company
is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.