Buyer II – Aircraft Turbine Engine MRO

ABOUT THE COMPANYJob/Company OverviewEssential Turbines (ETI) is seeking an experienced Buyer for MRO Operations to support our growing and expanding US-based operations. This role will partner with other Supply Chain Team members globally and will report to the Director of Supply Chain and US Operations. Key to this role is the ability to quickly adapt to a changing environment, bring to bear solid supply chain activities, which include provisioning, planning, procurement, supplier management, sourcing, and inventory control principles. Essential to the success of the role is a roll up the sleeves, grittiness that translates to rapid integration and quick delivery to support US requirements.About the CompanyOur Purpose: Engines trusted to fly. Powering missions that matter.Our Mission: We deliver disciplined, high-quality engine and component MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) that keeps aircraft mission-ready — combining deep expertise, reliable execution, and solutions built around our customers' operational realities.We are climbing to PEQ Performance — Power, Expertise, Quality — the operating principle that drives everything we do. Our values define who we are:Quality is Essential – we don't cut corners, we define them;Customer Outcomes First – our success is measured by how well our customers operate;Uncompromising Integrity – honesty, accountability, and respect in every interaction;Every Engine. Every Time. – the same disciplined standard, no shortcuts, no exceptions; andBuilt on Trust. Powered by People. – experienced teams who take ownership and stand behind their workEssential Turbines Inc. (ETI) is a leading Engine MRO providing services across the globe. ETI operates out of facilities in Montreal, Vancouver, Malta, and Phoenix, AZ. Our company specializes in the RR250 & RR300 Engines (Rolls-Royce) and has special capabilities in mature engines for fighter jets. We have a global base of operators and customers in various industries, including emergency services, law enforcement, agriculture, industrial, and tourism. ETI strives to be the leader in high-touch customer service, leading turnaround times, and quality.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESTurbine Engine ProcurementProcure turbine engine components and accessories, including:Life‐Limited Parts (LLPs)Rotables and line‐replaceable units (LRUs)Engine modules, hardware, and consumablesAccessory gearboxes, fuel systems, and control componentsSource parts through OEMs, authorized distributors, repair stations, DER/PMA suppliers, and approved secondary marketsPurchase engine repair and overhaul services for internal and external engine work scopesRepair & Overhaul SupportCoordinate repair sourcing for turbine engine parts in line with engine work scopesEvaluate repair vs. replace decisions in partnership with engineering, quality, and operationsManage repair order issuance, tracking, expediting, and return‐to‐service documentationSupport AOG and critical engine events with expedited sourcing and recovery actionsPlanning, Scheduling & ExpeditingConvert MRP/planning requirements into purchase and repair orders aligned with engine production schedulesExpedite long‐lead turbine components to prevent engine flow disruptionsCommunicate material status and risk to planning and operations teamsIdentify alternate sourcing or repair pathways when constraints ariseQuality, Traceability & ComplianceEnsure all turbine engine material meets FAA/EASA airworthiness, traceability, and certification standardsValidate OEM, PMA, 8130‐3, EASA Form 1, and repair station documentation prior to acceptanceMaintain compliance with ITAR, EAR, and the company's export control and quality proceduresSupport customer, regulatory, and internal audits related to purchased engine materialInventory & Cost ManagementSupport management of engine‐specific inventory, minimizing excess and obsolescence of high‐value turbine componentsAssist with cycle counts, discrepancy resolution, and root cause analysisTrack cost drivers related to premium sourcing, expediting, and repair turn timesSupplier & Cross‐Functional CollaborationMaintain strong relationships with turbine engine OEMs, repair stations, and specialty suppliersCollaborate closely with Planning, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to support engine program executionParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives related to sourcing, repair strategy, and supplier performanceREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS3–5+ years of buying or procurement experience in turbine engine MRO, aerospace, or a closely regulated aviation environmentDemonstrated experience sourcing:Turbine engine parts and accessoriesEngine repairs and overhaul servicesStrong understanding of airworthiness, traceability, and turbine engine documentation requirementsExperience working with ERP/MRP systems in an MRO or production environmentAbility to manage multiple engine work scopes in a fast‐paced, deadline‐driven operationPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSDirect experience with Rolls‐Royce M250 / RR300 or similar turboshaft or turboprop engine platformsKnowledge of turbine engine module‐level repair strategiesExperience in secondary market turbine engine sourcingAPICS CPIM or CSCP certificationFamiliarity with FAA Part 145 repair station operationsREGULATORY & COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTSIn compliance with federal law, all applicants must be able to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States. This role requires access to export‐controlled technical data and hardware subject to ITAR (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and EAR (15 CFR Parts 730–774).WORK ENVIRONMENTOffice-based in Mesa, AZ, with regular presence on the MRO shop floor. Travel required to supplier sites, ETI global locations, and industry events.