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Remote Buyer Opportunities

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our Supply Chain team in a dynamic and fast-paced aerospace and defense environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the procurement of complex materials, components, and services in support of engineering and production programs. This role requires strong negotiation skills, supplier relationship management, and the ability to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality, cost-effective goods and services.

Essential Skills

• Procurement- buying HW for U.S. Government
• FAR / DFARS
• Strong negotiation skills
• Contract management
• Written and verbal communication skills

Work Environment

This position can be remote, but candidates must live within four hours of Melbourne to occasionally come into the office. The schedule follows a 9 / 80 work pattern, and the role requires the ability to come into the Dallas or Melbourne offices as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Melbourne, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 / yr. DRS Laurel Technologies, (collectively referred to as "DRS" or the "Company") offers a comprehensive program of benefits to its employees and their eligible dependents. If you are anticipated to be scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week, for at least the next 3 months, you are eligible to participate in the program. Provided you are at least age 18, you are eligible for the Retirement / Savings Plan (401(k)) and ROTH (401(k)) regardless of your number of scheduled hours. Generally, eligible employees may enroll in benefits effective the first of the month following their date of hire.

Medical

The medical options are provided through United Healthcare. Prescription drug coverage is included under both medical plan options and is administered by CVS Caremark.

Independence CDHP Option

Liberty PPO Option

TRICARE Supplement Plan (Not sponsored by DRS) : Medical program offered through the Dept. of Defense for active duty and retired military personnel and their families.

Dental

Provided through Delta Dental of VA.

Voluntary Vision

Coverage is provided through EyeMed Vision Care. Eye exams and lenses (including contacts) are included in the plan for service every 12 months; frames are included every 24 months.

Pretax Spending Accounts (FSAs and HSA)

Health Care FSA (HCFSA), Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account (LPFSA).

Company-Paid Short-Term Disability (STD)

DRS provides STD protection at an amount of 70% of base weekly earnings up to a maximum of $2,500 per week and may be paid for up to 26 weeks if considered disabled.

Company-Paid and Supplemental Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Employees may be eligible to receive 60% of their base monthly earnings up to a maximum of $7,500 per month. Supplemental LTD will add 10% to the 60% Company-paid monthly benefit for a 70% benefit and a monthly maximum of $10,000.

Company-Paid Employee Assistance Program

Benefits include telephonic counseling, face-to-face sessions with an EAP clinician, legal and financial consultations and access to health and wellness resources.

DRS Retirement / Savings Plans - 401(k) and Roth 401(k)

The Company recognizes the importance of saving for retirement and offers eligible employees the opportunity to participate in a 401(k) or Roth 401(k) Savings Plan. Currently administered by Fidelity, information regarding eligibility, vesting, company match, etc. will be outlined in accordance with the Summary Plan Descriptions.

Paid Holidays

2024 Paid Holidays are as follows : January 1st, May 27th, July 1st, July 2nd, July 3rd, July 4th, September 2nd, November 28th, November 29th, December 25th, December 26th, plus one additional Floating Holiday.

Vacation Leave

Vacation leave is accrued based on hire date or adjusted service date with the company. Accrual begins immediately following hire date and continues to accrue on a bi-weekly basis. The Vacation Leave accrual rates vary depending on employee status (FT / PT), hours worked, and length of service. Carryover and pay-out options are handled in accordance with the company's current vacation leave policy.

Health and Emergency Leave

The Company provides paid Health and Emergency Leave to employees to be used for their health, wellbeing, as well as for use in the event of extreme weather conditions. Health and Emergency leave begins accruing immediately upon hire date and continues to accrue in accordance with the Company's current Health and Emergency Leave policy, on a bi-weekly basis, based upon regularly scheduled hours worked.

Paid Parental Leave

The Company will provide up to four weeks (160 hours) of paid Parental Leave following the birth or adoption of a child.

Adoption Assistance

DRS offers assistance benefits of up to $10,000.00 for qualified adoption expenses.

Additional Benefits

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Melbourne, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2025.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.