Purchasing Specialist

Purchasing Specialist

Infinity's niche in the aerospace and defense industry is specialized solutions that help bridge the gap between space and ground. This is no small task, and we owe our success to our team who help us fulfill our mission; to match people with their legacies for betterment of the world. There is always a place at Infinity for a motivated, capable individual seeking a career to better the world.

We prioritize supporting our team through exceptional benefits, work-life balance, and structured career development. At Infinity, WE ARE MORE – now, come be more with us!

Job Summary:

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for procuring materials, equipment, supplies, and services to support Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) space technology programs under the SSHINE contract. This role focuses on procurement of space-rated hardware, specialized aerospace components, commercial and non-commercial space systems, and technical equipment for spacecraft ranging from Cube Sats to ESPA-class satellites. The Purchasing Specialist manages the full procurement lifecycle including sourcing, bid management, contract administration, vendor relationships, and Government property management while ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements and organizational policies.

The ideal candidate will support:

• Space hardware procurement:
  Source and procure space-rated/space-grade hardware, long-lead items, and specialized aerospace components for flight experiments and ground systems
• Government property management:
  Maintain inventory and management of Government-furnished property and contractor-acquired property in accordance with FAR requirements
• Procurement coordination:
  Coordinate all purchases with Government Technical Leads and obtain Contracting Officer approval for purchases exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold
• Vendor management:
  Develop and maintain relationships with aerospace vendors, space component suppliers, and commercial providers

This position requires understanding of aerospace procurement, experience with Government contracting processes, and the ability to work in Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) supporting innovative space technology experiments for the Department of Defense.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Operations

• Review and process purchase requisitions for accuracy, compliance, and completeness
• Procure materials, equipment, supplies, software, and services in a timely, cost-effective manner
• Manage purchase orders, delivery schedules, and change orders
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation

Sourcing & Vendor Management

• Identify, evaluate, and develop qualified suppliers
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Monitor vendor performance for quality, cost, delivery, and compliance
• Develop sourcing strategies for critical and long-lead items

Bidding & Contract Administration

• Prepare and issue RFPs, RFQs, and bid requests
• Analyze proposals and recommend best-value awards
• Administer supplier contracts and process modifications as needed

Cost Control & Process Improvement

• Implement cost-effective purchasing strategies aligned with business goals
• Analyze spending trends and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Support budget planning and improve procurement workflows

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and FAR/DFARS when applicable
• Support audits and maintain procurement transparency
• Track inventory, property, and required procurement reports

Logistics & Coordination

• Coordinate shipping, receiving, and delivery of materials and equipment
• Partner with internal teams to support operational and program needs

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors Degree
• Experience:
  • Junior: 0-3 years of experience in maintenance, logistics, or facilities operations
  • Senior: 10+ years of experience in maintenance, logistics, or facilities operations
• Clearance:
  Secret
• Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, contract administration, and vendor management
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Government procurement requirements
• Understanding of aerospace components, space…