Aerojet Rocketdyne Looking for Associate, Procurement at Redmond, WA  Full Time

Location

US-WA-Redmond

We have an immediate need for a Procurement Associate to join our team in Redmond, WA.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

In our Redmond, WA, site (Seattle area), we fabricate, assemble, and test chemical and electric thrusters, as well as small scale propulsion systems. Our electric propulsion systems enable a wide variety of missions from the exploration of our solar system to global communication and the surveillance of severe weather and wild fires.

You’re not just “doing a job” at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company. The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

Inspiring Company Culture – Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation’s aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | L3Harris
• Rest and Relaxation– Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 or 4/10 schedule providing longer weekends. Plus 90 hours of paid holidays on average throughout the year.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out: Benefits | L3Harris
• Prepare for the Future – 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development – Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
• Employee Resource Groups – Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs
• Beautiful Campus – Large campus with forested trail, basketball court, fitness center, covered bicycle parking, and outdoor gazebos

The successful individual will work under limited general direction to:

50% – Procure critical path, major components and subsystems, in support of various programs. Manage subcontracts for these complex procurements. Perform as IPT liaison and/or representative on specific programs.

20% – Create and issue all types of fixed or variable subcontracts, including incentive or award fee. Lead source selection teams, conduct formal cost/price analysis, cost audits, fact finding and formal negotiations, as required for major subcontracting activity.

10% – Plan, conduct and direct projects or major portions of projects, including coordination of efforts with other staff members.

10% – Train and/or mentor less senior buying personnel, along with delegating less complex workload, as necessary.

5% – Lead in the development of work statements, proposal bills of materials, risk assessments and policy & procedure development, as necessary. Perform audit of PO files and documentation of sub-level buyers.

5% – Active participation in company and departmental initiatives, including strategic sourcing and supplier board activities.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline.

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrated understanding of the Program Office and Project Management roles within an integrated product team (IPT) environment.
• Possess a high level of understanding in all relative business matters and have the ability to effectively interact with all levels of management internal to the company and external to suppliers and customers alike.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of government contracting requirements, FAR and other pertinent government flow downs.

Desired Requirements:

• Ability to read and interpret drawings/models.
• Familiarity with ERP systems for RFQs, POs, receiving, invoicing, etc.
• Understanding of complex aerospace machined hardware strongly preferred.
• Understanding of Machine Types and Process involved in manufacturing complex aerospace machined hardware strongly preferred.

Requires U.S. Citizenship or status as a U.S. Person. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require minimal walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.

51,000 – 70,666 per year

Pay range for this job level is a general guideline only for California and/or Washington State and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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