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Procurement Manager, Program Support (NPI & Engineering Support)

CesiumAstro

Job Location:

Westminster, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 8 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 5 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Please Note:To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. conditional resident asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

AtCesiumAstro we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites UAVs launch vehicles and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment which allows us to learn develop and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on interactive and autonomous work CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate collaborative energetic and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Program Procurement Managerto our growing team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about supporting new product development and manufacturing for an exciting product line of satellite communications equipment we would like to hear from you.

The Program Procurement Manageris responsible forleading procurement activities supporting engineering NPI test prototype indirect and program-driven procurement demand. This role manages high-volume high-touch procurement workflows that require rapid responsiveness cross-functional coordination and operational prioritization.

This role partners closely with Engineering Program Management Manufacturing Operations and Supply Chain teams to improve procurement responsiveness operational alignment and procurement scalability as the company continues to grow.

JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and lead a team of buyers supporting engineering NPI prototype test program-driven and indirect procurement activities.
Manage purchase request (PR) workflows and program procurement prioritization.
Partner closely with Engineering Program Management Manufacturing and Operations teams to support program-driven and rapid-turn procurement requirements.
Improve procurement responsiveness workload balancing and communication across procurement support activities.
Support sourcing and supplier engagement activities for NPI prototype and engineering programs.
Develop procurement intake governance escalation workflows and service expectations.
Coordinate procurement activities across programs and sites.
Ensure procurement activities remain compliant with applicable regulatory contractual and customer requirements including FAR DFARS DPAS and internal procurement policies.
Support transition of recurring production demand into MRP/direct procurement workflows.
Develop workload planning and resource balancing strategies across program procurement activities.
Help standardize procurement processes reporting and workflow management.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives tied to procurement responsiveness and execution.
Partner with Supplier Relationship Management Quality and Engineering to support supplier issue resolution alternate source development and program supply continuity.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Operations Engineering or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
710 years of experience in procurement sourcing supply chain operations or manufacturing support environments.
Experience supporting engineering prototype NPI program or indirect procurement activities within fast-paced environments.
Demonstrated experience managing procurement prioritization responsiveness and cross-functional stakeholder communication.
Strong understanding of procurement workflows purchase request processes and supplier coordination.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Experience supporting aerospace electronics defense or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
Experience managing buyers or procurement support teams in high-volume operational environments.
Familiarity with engineering procurement prototype sourcing rapid-turn procurement and program support workflows.
Experience partnering closely with Engineering Program Management Manufacturing and Operations organizations.
Experience developing procurement intake workflows escalation processes and operational service models.
APICS CPSM CSCP or related supply chain certifications preferred.
Familiarity with ERP and procurement systems such as Acumatica SAP or similar platforms.
Strong communication organizational and problem-solving skills.

$136000 - $151000 a year

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education/training and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health dental vision HSA FSA life disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace color religion sex national origin disability protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Manager

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