Seeking an Electrical CCA Buyer REMOTE for a high growth infrared, optics and sensor DoD contractor client in the Dallas, TX area. This is a FULLY REMOTE opportunity with requirements to travel to supplier sites and occasionally to Dallas, TX or Melbourne, FL.
The Buyer would be responsible for executing strategic and tactical procurement, sourcing, and supplier management for high-precision electro optical and CCA components, sub-assemblies, and specialized electro-optical hardware. Operating remotely while closely integrating with the FL and TX engineering and production hubs, this role ensures the end-to-end delivery of critical payloads for airborne, ground, and military defense applications. Experience with high volume buying of mechanical products and production fit-to-print environments is a must have!
Full W-2 benefits offered! FULL REMOTE! Apply now!
location: Telecommute
job type: Permanent
salary: $90,000 - 105,000 per year
work hours: 9am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
1. Sourcing & Procurement Execution
- Procure custom optical components (lenses, mirrors, prisms, coatings, IR sensors) and precision housings.
- Manage MRP/ERP demand and BOM requirements; issue RFPs, RFQs, and POs.
- Drive cost reductions via price analyses, commercial item determinations, and fact-finding assessments.
- Maintain FAR/DFARS and company policy compliance across all purchasing transactions and records.
- Enforce ITAR/EAR export controls on all vendor-shared optical technical data packages.
- Maintain audit-ready procurement files for internal and external reviews (CPSR/DCAA).
- Manage global and domestic optics, glass foundry, and coating suppliers.
- Track supplier KPIs (delivery, quality, cost) and lead Corrective Action Requests (CARs).
- Assess risks and build mitigation plans for critical, single-source, and long-lead parts.
- Partner remotely with Melbourne engineering, QA, and program teams to align on technical specs.
- Advise early-stage Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) on lead times and manufacturability.
- Maintain real-time ERP tracking (SAP/Deltek) for program lead-time visibility.
qualifications:
Bachelors Degree with related experience
5 years of buying experience in high volume electrical CCA/Fit to Print manufacturing environment
Hands on experience with FAR/DFAR regulations
skills:
supplier management,electro-optical,procurement,sub-assemblies
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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