**Responsibilities:** The Buyer is responsible for the ordering, based on approved requisitions, and availability of materials to meet development / production requirements. This includes responsibility for developing and maintaining competitive sources for materials, supplies and services. + Develops and maintains competitive sources for materials, supplies and services. Coordinates source selection decisions with other company activities as required. + Develops and maintains good supplier relations by adhering to high standards of business ethics and fair dealing. + Obtains responsive quotations from suppliers who are qualified, capable, and willing to meet company requirements. + Receives and evaluates proposals from potential suppliers. Develops negotiation plans, and with management approval, completes negotiations. + Is consistent with technical requirements, delivery schedules and sound procurement principles. + Expeditiously handles properly authorized emergency and rush procurements. + Coordinates engineering, manufacturing, and quality control requirements with suppliers. + Documents procurement files to show that competent consideration has been given to all factors essential to effective and economical procurement. + Monitors and provides vendor delivery status to ensure timely receipt of materials and supplies for company programs and requirements. + Reviews contractual terms and conditions offered to and requested by suppliers to ensure Pacific Scientifics best interests are protected. + Performs clerical duties as required. + Keeps abreast of the market, business cycles, scarcity, and surplus conditions. + Follows all company purchasing policies and procedures. + Good negotiating skills. + Perform other related duties as assigned. **Qualifications – External/Internal:** + 1 year purchasing experience in an aerospace environment or equivalent experience. Previous experience in government procurement desirable. + Supply Chain Management knowledge. **Education and Experience:** + Bachelor of Science in Business or related field (or 1-3 years relevant experience). + Experience in sub-contract administration and blueprint reading a plus. **Working Conditions:** **Benefits** : + PTO + 401K + Health Insurance (medical, dental, optical) + Tuition reimbursement + Parental leave (mothers, fathers and adoptive parents) In addition to the benefits, you’d expect we also offer flexibility, stability, and prosperity: + A bonus payment for all associates, paid quarterly, based on performance and behavior metrics. + 70 years of trend setters & trail blazers with new products + Promote from within culture. + Opportunity to move vertically or laterally. + A culture where we all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together, for each other, for our customers, and for the world. + A team that you can depend on every day & likes each other enough to hang out after work. **Ralliant Corporation Overview** Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we’re building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world. We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@Ralliant.com. **About PacSci EMC** Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation (NYSE: FTV) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC’s experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information, go to www.psemc.com.PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, pursuant to our subcontractor status on highly sensitive national security matters, Mechanical Assemblers and all other floor personnel who frequently shift cell assignments, as well as any personnel directly working with the following contract are subject to the following contractual provision: THAAD PRIME Flowdowns (H-Clauses) H-42 FOREIGN PERSONS, paragraph D., “All employees of all entities that make up the Contractor’s team, whether subcontractors, consultants, or anyone who works with or on behalf of the Contractor will be citizens of the U.S.” Accordingly, only U.S. citizens will be qualified to fill these roles. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together — for each other, for our customers, and for the world. https://www.Ralliant.com/inclusion-diversity We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@Ralliant.com. **Pay Range** The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 47,500.00 - 88,100.00 **Is this role subject to ITAR?** The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.