Supply Chain Specialist

Electra Aero • Manassas, VA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

At Electra, we're pioneering sustainable aviation by developing hybrid-electric Ultra Short Takeoff and Landing aircraft designed to transform regional air mobility, by making air travel more efficient, quieter, and environmentally friendly. Able to operate from soccer field-sized spaces, our Ultra Short unlocks a new era of aviation through what we call Direct Aviation - the next level of connectivity bringing air travel closer to where we live, work, and play. Headquartered in Northern Virginia, with additional locations in Switzerland, we're building a diverse team of global professionals passionate about redefining the future of aviation.
We are seeking a hands on Supply Chain Specialist to manage end to end procurement in support of engineering, new product development, and aircraft manufacturing. This role is fast paced and execution focused, requiring strong purchasing, supplier management, and negotiation skills in an aerospace or advanced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Five or more years of procurement experience in aerospace, aviation, or advanced manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Own end to end procurement execution for engineering and manufacturing, from requisition through receipt and closeout.
• Source and select suppliers, run RFQs, negotiate price, lead time, and terms, and place purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Maintain accurate purchase order and supplier records in the ERP and ensure documentation is complete, current, and audit ready.
• Monitor open orders daily, resolve issues quickly, and expedite critical parts to protect program schedules.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, including delivery, quality, responsiveness, and continuous improvement actions.
• Ensure compliance and proper flow down of requirements, including FAR and DFARS, quality, and other regulatory obligations.

Benefits

• Electra offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance, generous PTO and sick leave, company holidays, paid winter break, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.
• Life at Electra includes a variety of perks, such as free catered lunches, amazing coffee, snacks, drinks, fruit, free parking, and opportunities for much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level