Procurement Expeditor

Work Arrangement
This is an onsite position.

Job Overview
The successful candidate will provide critical expediting support across AEVEXs Supply Chain organization to ensure timely delivery of materials components and services required for aerospace
production R&D and operational execution. This position plays a key role in maintaining production schedules by proactively monitoring supplier performance resolving delivery issues and ensuring
seamless coordination between suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Essential Functions
Track all active POs to ensure accurate status delivery dates and compliance with requirements. Follow up frequently with suppliers to confirm order status shipment details and expected delivery dates.
Identify risks such as late deliveries shortages or quality concerns; escalate issues appropriately and drive corrective actions.
Coordinate with warehouse/receiving teams to verify inbound shipments resolve discrepancies and ensure proper documentation.
Maintain up-to-date records in ERP/MRP systems including notes documents shipment details and supplier communications.
Interface with Production Engineering Planning Quality Program Management and Procurement across all locations to align on priorities and communicate material status.
Ensure all procurement expediting and documentation practices adhere to ITAR DFARS and company policies.
Provide regular status updates on critical materials delivery risks and supplier performance metrics.
Perform other duties as required.

Standard Essential Functions
Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis or in accordance with posted schedule.
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the companys policies and practices.
Embodies AEVEXs cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company

Qualifications and Competencies
Strong understanding of supply chain workflows procurement processes and material movement
communication and negotiation skills to coordinate effectively with suppliers and internal teams
Ability to identify and resolve delivery delays shortages and discrepancies under time-critical conditions
Excellent organizational record-keeping and time-management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced mission-driven environment
Familiarity with FAR/DFARS ITAR and other U.S. Government contracting requirements
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite

Education / Certifications
Bachelors Degree Preferred

Experience
4 years of experience in procurement supply chain production control expediting or related function.
Experience supporting aerospace production R&D or government program operations preferred.
Experience monitoring supplier performance identifying systemic issues and recommending corrective actions preferred.
Background in resolving receiving discrepancies and supporting audits related to procurement files or material traceability preferred.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
Frequently required to sit and to reach to use computers and other office equipment

Security Clearance
Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance U.S. Citizenship required.

About AEVEX

AEVEX headquartered in Solana Beach California supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation remote sensing and analysis solutions. The companys capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing exploitation and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define develop and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government partner nations and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California Florida North Carolina Ohio and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits including a 401(k)-retirement plan comprehensive Medical Dental Vision Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company professional development funds and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling legal help child and elder care support among other benefits for qualified employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race religious creed color sex (including pregnancy breast feeding and related medical conditions) gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizenship status military and veteran status marital status age protected medical condition genetic information physical disability mental disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal state and local laws.