Principal Specialist, Procurement

This position leads procurement activities across several subcontract types, including fixed-price, cost-reimbursement, time-and-materials, and research and development work. The specialist partners with engineering, program teams, and suppliers to develop sourcing strategies, statements of work, pricing agreements, and competitive or sole-source awards. Responsibilities also include assessing supplier capabilities, analyzing costs, tracking performance, resolving issues, and maintaining compliant subcontract records under FAR and DFARS rules. The role is suited to an experienced procurement professional who can lead negotiations, communicate with senior stakeholders, and manage supplier relationships in a regulated aerospace environment. It is fully remote within the United States, with periodic travel for supplier or program reviews, and requires qualifying U.S. person status.