Procurement Agent – Millennium Space Systems

Boeing•El Segundo, CA

1d•$94,350 - $138,750•Onsite

About The Position

Millennium Space Systems, part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security, is a small satellite company focused on national security space. The Procurement Agent executes purchasing activities in support of program and operational requirements, managing purchase orders from requisition through delivery. The role ensures compliance with company policies and government regulations, including FAR and DFARS, and works with internal stakeholders and suppliers to meet cost, schedule, and quality objectives. It operates with moderate independence and supports continuous improvement of procurement processes. This is a full-time, onsite position in El Segundo, California, hiring at level 3. The position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is required. Applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a clearance; an interim and/or final U.S. Secret clearance is required after starting. The role is at a facility requiring special access and must meet U.S. export-control compliance requirements. The employer will not sponsor employment visas. Successful candidates must also satisfy the company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process. This is not a safety-sensitive position and is not contingent upon a program award. The compensation range for level 3 is $94,350–$138,750, based on experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations. Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work. Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities are also part of the Total Rewards package. Specific programs and options depend on eligibility factors. Relocation assistance is not negotiable for this position.

Requirements

At least 3 years of procurement experience.
Experience in aerospace or defense.
Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and relevant procurement regulations.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for the clearance.
Willingness to apply for and maintain a security clearance; an interim and/or final U.S. Secret clearance is required after starting.
Must meet U.S. export-control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person.
Must satisfy the company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with at least 3 years of relevant experience in Procurement, Business Management, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Experience as an Aerospace Buyer or in Subcontracts Administration.
Comfort briefing all levels of leadership.

Responsibilities

Review and process purchase requisitions into purchase orders in an ERP system such as Costpoint.
Ensure purchase order terms, pricing, delivery dates, and required flow-downs are accurate.
Manage the purchase order lifecycle, including placement, acknowledgment, and closeout.
Align purchasing activity with Material Requirements Planning schedules and program priorities.
Clearly communicate requirements to suppliers, obtain timely acknowledgments, meet SLA expectations, and follow up on open orders.
Track delivery status, resolve delays, and support supplier performance by escalating issues and coordinating corrective actions.
Ensure procurement actions comply with FAR/DFARS and internal procedures.
Support CPSR readiness by completing compliant procurement packages, including price analyses, competition documentation, and sole-source justifications.
Apply appropriate clauses, flow-downs, and quality requirements to purchase orders.
Maintain accurate records in accordance with document-control policies.
Perform basic price analysis using historical data, market comparisons, or competitive quotes.
Support negotiations to achieve fair and reasonable pricing and document pricing rationale in required forms and systems.
Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Programs to ensure requirements are clearly defined and executed.
Resolve issues related to specifications, delivery schedules, or supplier performance.
Support program milestones by proactively identifying and mitigating supply-chain risks.