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Onsite | M-F | Chatsworth, CA
ITAR Compliance Required - US Citizens or legal US permanent residents
Compensation $75K-$85K
Company Overview
Established in 1994, Electronic Source Company (ESC) is a leading electronic manufacturing services (EMS) provider, delivering quick-response printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) utilizing world-class manufacturing equipment, practices, and technology. The assemblies ESC builds go into end products ranging from fiber optic transmitters and transceivers to missile guidance and satellite systems. Having grown from a staff of 12 employees in 2001 to the current level of 160+, ESC is a fast-growing and highly successful manufacturing company.
Summary
RFQ Review & Quote Development
· Review customer RFQs for PCBAs to understand scope, requirements, and delivery expectations
· Compile and validate all BOMs and requirements, including revisions, quantities, and special instructions
· Coordinate with Engineering to incorporate labor, assembly, test, and any specialized process costs into the final quote
Pricing & Sourcing
· Obtain electronic component pricing from distributors and direct manufacturers, ensuring competitive and compliant quotes
· Source PCB fabrication pricing from multiple board houses and capture turnaround times, NRE, and panelization options as applicable
· Validate pricing against customer requirements, including ITAR/EAR considerations and any aerospace-specific restrictions
Quote Assembly & Submission
· Consolidate material, labor, tooling, and PCB fabrication costs into a comprehensive quote package
· Ensure quotes align with ESC’s terms, lead times, and delivery commitments.
· Submit quotes to customers within agreed timelines and support any follow-up inquiries
· Manage multiple RFQs simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
· Demonstrate initiative, ownership, and reliability in delivering accurate quotes on time
Cross-Functional Collaboration
· Partner with Sales, Engineering, Program Managers, Quality, and Purchasing to align quote content with program milestones and customer expectations
· Communicate quote status, assumptions, and risk factors clearly to internal stakeholders and customers.
· Maintain documentation and traceability of all quote-related communications and pricing sources
Supplier & Data Management
· Maintain up-to-date supplier pricing catalogs and escalation paths for cost changes.
· Track quote history and win/loss data to support continuous improvement and pricing strategy
Customer & Compliance Focus
· Work with customers to clarify requirements and address questions to improve quote accuracy.
· Ensure compliance with ESC policies and applicable aerospace standards during quoting activities and confidentiality
Qualifications
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience as a buyer, purchasing agent, or procurement specialist within an manufacturing environment ; contract manufacturing preferred
· Experience in the manufacturing industry; contract manufacturing preferred
· Strong understanding of electronic components, PCB fabrication processes, and assembly methods
· Strong, hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems or quoting systems; experience with Epicor is highly preferred
· Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data analysis)
· Basic understanding of ITAR/EAR considerations and aerospace supplier requirements is a plus.
· Demonstrated negotiation, sourcing, and supplier management skills
· Able to work and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and external customers
· Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-mix, high-change environment
· Must be a US citizen or legal permanent US resident
Preferred Skills / Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Operations, Business, or related field
· EMS/PCBA procurement experience strongly preferred
· APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM (CPSM) certification
· Working knowledge of electronic component types, datasheets, and franchised distribution channels
· Experience managing component shortages, allocations, end-of-life (EOL), and counterfeit-mitigation processes
· Familiarity with aerospace/defense supply chain requirements (e.g., ITAR/EAR)
· Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you a US Citizen or a legal permanent resident? (ITAR Compliance Required)
- Have you reviewed our website to see who and what ESC does to ensure that the attached resume clearly outlines your expertise as it pertains to the role's required qualifications?
- This is an M-F onsite role located in Chatsworth, CA. Do you reside within 25 miles of these areas and open to working onsite?
- How many years of quoting experience do you have within a manufacturing environment?
- Does the compensation for this role align with your salary expectations? $75K-$85K/yr
- With which employer(s) on your resume did you gain your PCBA experience?
Work Location: In person
