Purchasing Specialist Job at Hermeus (Los Angeles)

Purchasing Specialist

Hermeus

Location:
United States , Los Angeles

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

76000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

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.

Job Responsibility:

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

Nice to have:

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)

What we offer:

Competitive salary and equity
Unlimited PTO policy
Paid parental leave
Potential for year-end bonuses
100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Unlimited PTO
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options
Paid Parental Leave

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 18, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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