Assistant Buyer

Job Description Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT) is a leading turbomachinery and jet engine aerospace engineering company based in Jupiter, Florida. The company is growing and employs over 300 engineers and technicians with a combined experience of more than 4,000 years in aerospace, industrial, and space turbomachinery. General Job Summary The Assistant Buyer is a full‑time, on‑site position in our Jupiter, FL office. The Assistant Buyer will perform day‑to‑day purchase activities for the Manufacturing Operations Engineering team, including placing orders for goods and services. Essential Job Functions Works directly with Manufacturing Operations Engineers to process requisitions. Reviews requisitions for formal RFQ processing and submittal to suppliers. Works with suppliers to obtain product or service information such as delivery schedules. Obtains vendor information and helps set up new vendors in compliance with government requirements. Prepares purchase orders using Costpoint. Obtains certifications of delivery and conducts checks against orders. Communicates purchase order/project status with internal customers. Maintains required procurement records associated with CPSR. Coordinates with Manufacturing Operations Engineers for the Receiving & QC process to support accounts payable. Maintains sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements. Performs other job duties as assigned. Experience and Skills Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties. High level of analytic ability. Communicates and interacts effectively with peers, supervisors, and public, following company policies. Willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for required purposes, including training, reviewing, and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment, and changes. Thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic work environment, supporting teams with varying requirements. Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures, and/or government regulations. Education and Experience Minimum high school diploma or equivalent. Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Work Environment / Physical Requirements Office/Lab/Warehouse environment. Must be able to lift to 25 lbs if necessary. Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time. Ability to perform repetitive motion using common tools/equipment of the trade. Ability to lift, grasp, sit, stand, bend, type, and see computer screen. Job Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage. Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance. 401(k) Savings Plan. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Paid Time-Off (PTO). Holidays. Education Reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity & affirmative action employer. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing to our nation. We also provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. EEO Is The Law Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Any inquiries not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded. Pay Transparency The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr