Technical Procurement Specialist – Aerospace & Defense

Secure Components LLC is an established aerospace and defense electronic component distributor based in Norristown, Pennsylvania. Since 2008, we've helped customers solve complex sourcing challenges, manage component obsolescence, and maintain critical legacy systems.

We specialize in locating hard-to-find and obsolete electronic components, managing supply chain risk, and supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense programs.

We're a privately owned company looking for an experienced, motivated professional who enjoys solving problems, building supplier relationships, and taking ownership of their work.

We're seeking an experienced Technical Buyer / Technical Procurement Specialist to join our procurement team.

This is not simply a purchase order processing position. We're looking for someone who understands technical sourcing, can navigate the electronic component marketplace, and has the skills to identify reliable suppliers, negotiate competitive pricing, and respond effectively to challenging customer requirements.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, resourceful, comfortable managing multiple RFQs, and able to work independently while collaborating with our sales, quality, and operations teams.

• Source electronic components, including active, obsolete, and hard-to-find parts, for aerospace and defense customers.
• Research manufacturers, authorized distributors, and independent suppliers to identify competitive sourcing opportunities.
• Review technical specifications, manufacturer part numbers, and customer requirements to identify appropriate components.
• Manage supplier RFQs, evaluate quotations, and negotiate pricing, lead times, and purchasing terms.
• Identify alternate sourcing opportunities while ensuring compliance with customer and quality requirements.
• Evaluate supplier qualifications, product traceability, and potential counterfeit component risks.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders, monitor supplier performance, and resolve delivery or quality issues.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and sourcing information within company systems.
• Collaborate with sales, quality, and operations to support customer quotations and timely order fulfillment.

• Previous experience in technical purchasing, electronic component sourcing, or procurement within aerospace, defense, electronics, or a related industry.
• Strong understanding of electronic component sourcing and supplier networks.
• Experience managing RFQs, negotiating with suppliers, and evaluating competitive quotations.
• Ability to interpret manufacturer part numbers, component specifications, and technical purchasing requirements.
• Familiarity with authorized and independent electronic component distribution is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP or purchasing management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with AS9120, AS6081, traceability requirements, or counterfeit component avoidance is a plus.
• Relevant education or equivalent professional experience.

• Established, privately owned company serving the aerospace and defense industries since 2008.
• Opportunity to work on challenging sourcing projects supporting critical defense and aerospace programs.
• Collaborative, hands-on environment where individual contributions matter.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Long-term career opportunities as our business continues to develop.

Location: Norristown, PA

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Arrangement: On-site initially, with potential hybrid flexibility after the initial training period.

• If you're an experienced technical buyer who enjoys finding solutions to difficult sourcing challenges, we'd like to hear from you.