Procurement Analyst Principal

BAE Systems • Full Time

Posted on Thu, Jun 4, 2026

The Procurement Analyst Principal who specializes in Electronic Components and cables is responsible for sourcing, procuring, and managing the supply of Electronic Distribution within the Defense Aerospace industry, particularly those that require precision engineering. The role involves working with suppliers to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality parts from prototype through ramp to production.
Essential Functions:

Responsible for implementation of the sourcing processes and improvement initiatives based on the strategy and tactical plans developed by category management.
Develop/maintain supplier base by actively sourcing, identifying and evaluating suppliers and conduct negotiation process in assigned commodity to obtain the maximum benefit for the company.
Selecting and monitoring suppliers and ensuring their ability to meet Delivery and quality standards.
Work with existing and new suppliers to lower materials cost through value engineering, reverse engineering, new design, alternative substitution, or relaxing of tolerance or standardizing of materials.
Perform compliance and price analysis supporting documentation in accordance with departmental procedures.
Negotiate Terms and Conditions
Performs other duties as assigned.
Prepares/reviews proposals, develops evaluation criteria, selects or recommends suppliers, creates electronic purchase orders (ePO) files for review, prepares awards and administers resulting purchase orders. Negotiates additions, deletions, or modifications to purchase orders and resolves invoicing issues.

This role emphasizes supplier engagement, management, development and production ramp-up in addition to negotiating and ensuring compliance to internal and external policies. A successful candidate must be able to be an effective communicator internally and externally, build mutually beneficial relationships, be willing to advance their knowledge of procurement compliance, and proactively adopt best practices and support new initiatives, including Zero Defect initiatives with suppliers.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience
Experience in a large, complex multifaceted electronics design & manufacturing environment
Candidate can demonstrate ability to read and interoperate drawings.

Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations and understanding of the role of procurement in complex industries.
- Experience leading major procurement efforts in a Department of Defense (DOD) contracting environment.
Experience buying across various commodities (electronics, mechanical, PWB’s, cables, optics…)
- Demonstrated ability to resolve contractual and performance issues with suppliers.
- Project / Supplier Management
- Financial Acumen

Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations and the nature of flow down requirements.
- Knowledge of ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) and EAR (Export Administration Regulation)
- Understanding/knowledge of CPSR audits and requirements.
- Comprehensive understanding of subcontractor solicitations and bid analysis/process.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook).

Master's degree and 4 years of related procurement/supply chain management experience.
Desire for continuous improvement
Familiarity with Oracle purchasing system
Professional Supply Chain Certification: C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P.

Typical Education and Experience
Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience

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