Technical Buyer
About Us:
Greenjets is an innovative engineering company developing high-performance propulsion systems for the aviation market. Our work spans research and development, engine production, aircraft systems, technical integration and flight testing. We are committed to delivering high-grade engineering and best-in-class propulsion for unmanned aircraft.
We do things differently. We move fast, we experiment and we adopt technologies that push beyond the current state of the art. Our aim is to go further, faster and more efficiently, while keeping costs competitive.
All our propulsion systems are designed, developed and manufactured in the UK. We focus on high quality, reliable and cost effective products supported by a robust, secure and ethical supply chain.
About the Job:
You’ll sit at the intersection of engineering and supply chain, owning supplier selection and procurement strategy for highly technical components. This isn’t a transactional buying role — you’ll be making critical decisions that directly impact performance, cost, and manufacturability.
What You'll Do:
Source and manage suppliers across machining, injection moulding, 3D printing, and composites
Interpret engineering drawings and collaborate closely with design teams
Drive DFM (Design for Manufacture) conversations with suppliers
Evaluate supplier capability, quality, and scalability
Negotiate pricing, lead times, and long-term agreements
Build a resilient, high-performance supply chain for low-volume → scale production
Troubleshoot production challenges and proactively mitigate risk
Desirable Qualifications, Experience & Attributes:
Experience as a Technical Buyer / Manufacturing Buyer / Supply Chain Engineer (or similar)
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes:
CNC machining
Injection moulding
Additive manufacturing (3D printing)
Composite materials (desirable)
Ability to read and understand technical drawings and tolerances
Comfortable working closely with engineers and challenging assumptions
Commercially sharp with strong negotiation skills
- Locations
- Milton Keynes
- Remote status
- Hybrid
About Greenjets
At Greenjets we’re rethinking how the world moves through the air. From cutting-edge electric propulsion to autonomous UAV systems, we design and deliver technology that makes aviation quieter, cleaner and more capable.
Joining us means working on projects where your ideas have real impact, combining deep engineering expertise with bold design thinking. As a fast-scaling company there are countless opportunities to take ownership and grow, all within a culture that is collaborative, curious and hands-on