Rocket Lab · 5 hours ago
Buyer II
Silver Spring, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$75K/yr - $95K/yr
2+ years expRocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and spacecraft design. The Buyer II role involves placing purchase orders, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of parts critical for rocket and satellite production.
AerospaceManufacturingSoftwareSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Accountable for converting purchase requisitions into purchase orders after appropriately evaluating vendor capability, price, delivery needs, and vendor performance
Accountable for the on-time-delivery of purchased parts from vendors to Rocket Lab
Responsible for owning the business relationship with assigned suppliers
Responsible for managing the RFQ process to secure competitive bids and ensure we are achieving best price for goods and services
Tightly integrate with engineering teams to meet their procurement requirements and act as primary point of contact for R&D order status
Provide status to material planners on latest status of purchase orders and expected delivery dates
Accountable for negotiating terms with suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery requirements
Accountable for maintaining purchase order data within our ERP system
Other duties asked by your manager, relevant to your role
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in buying or manufacturing engineering and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience (6+ years of total work experience)
Proven ability to source, onboard, and negotiate pricing with suppliers
Proven knowledge of purchasing processes
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of time
Preferred
Proficient in MRP systems
Prior experience in aerospace, EV automotive, or other disruptive manufacturing industries
Prior experience in rapid growth environment
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Experience with AS9100, US export controls
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Team oriented, strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and to multiple deadlines
Benefits
Top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored HSA plan option
Dental and vision coverage
3 weeks paid vacation and 7 days sick leave per year
11 paid holidays per year
Flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match
Discounted employee stock purchase program
Flex schedule
Free breakfast and lunch catered 2x/week
Free snacks/drinks
Company
Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab is an aerospace company that provides launch services, spacecraft design, and manufacturing of satellite components.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.98BKey Investors
Canadian Space AgencyU.S. Department of CommerceTrinity Capital
2025-12-09Grant
2025-09-15Post Ipo Equity· $750M
2024-11-25Grant· $23.9M
Leadership Team
Adam Spice
Chief Financial Officer
Frank Klein
Chief Operations Officer
Recent News
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