Senior Buyer – Procurement of Sheet Metal & Machined Parts

About the role

Kratos is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage the procurement of custom sheet metal and machined components for U.S. Government programs. You will work closely with engineering, quality, accounting, and scheduling teams to ensure timely delivery of parts that meet strict FAR/DFARS requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Source and purchase fabricated sheet metal and machined parts, from small brackets to large weldments.
• Generate and manage purchase orders, delivery schedules, and supplier performance metrics.
• Interpret engineering drawings and revisions to guarantee accurate part sourcing.
• Evaluate supplier bids, perform cost analysis, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS.
• Maintain vendor relationships, negotiate terms, and resolve issues.
• Facilitate communication between suppliers and internal teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain and manufacturing workflow.

Required profile

• 5+ years of experience purchasing fabricated sheet metal and machined parts.
• Strong analytical skills for BOM costing and bid evaluation in a CPSR‑compliant environment.
• Highly organized with the ability to self‑manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings for procurement purposes.

Required skills

• Deltek Costpoint MRP system
• COGN report writer
• Advanced Excel spreadsheet capabilities
• SpendLogic procurement documentation
• APICS CPM or CPIM certification
• Lean Manufacturing principles
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and education.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge training systems for air, ground, maritime, and space domains.
• Collaborative, fast‑paced environment with a focus on innovation.