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MIT Lincoln Laboratory Senior Manager-Subcontracts in Lexington, Massachusetts

MIT Lincoln Laboratory (MIT LL) is a Federally-Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) chartered to develop advanced technology in support of national security. Research and development activities focus on long-term technology development as well as rapid system prototyping and demonstration. These efforts are aligned within key mission areas: Air, Missile & Maritime Defense; Homeland Protection & ATC; Cyber Security & Information Sciences; Communications Systems; Engineering; Advanced Technology; Space Systems & Technology; ISR & Tactical Systems. The Laboratory works with government and industry to transition new concepts, technology and prototypes into future system development and deployment.

Position Description

The Contracting Services Department (CSD) is seeking a Senior Manager of Non-Commercial Subcontracts responsible for leadership and management of the Non-Commercial Acquisition Team, which is responsible for the Laboratory’s research and development subcontracting, academic collaborations, and IDIQ portfolio management. Acting as the Non-Commercial Subcontracting Subject Matter Expert and CSD representative, this highly collaborative role will engage with stakeholders across the organization, including, but not limited to, Department and Research Division Leadership, Business Managers, Financial Services, Security and Program Management.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

  • Responsible for leading, managing and motivating 8 direct senior level staff, and, in coordination with Non-Commercial Acquisition Team Supervisor, 5 additional indirect staff.

  • Responsible for the coaching, development, and growth of all Team staff

  • Monitors workloads and assignments to ensure efficient and effective operations and staff development

  • Conduct pre-award reviews of solicitations, awards, and modifications to ensure compliance with Laboratory internal policies, laws, and regulations and to maintain a government approved purchasing system, as applicable

  • Assess compliance and/or business risk and advise on terms and conditions negotiations, as needed

  • In collaboration with the Program Management Office and Research staff and leadership, develop strategies and tactics for critical Laboratory Programs on major acquisitions, including pre-award acquisition approach and overcoming obstacles, and post-award vendor problem resolution

  • In collaboration with CSD Leadership, assess, establish, and implement Department policies and procedures, processes, and strategy

  • Support CSD strategic initiatives, including the development and implementation of new business tools and other business process improvement projects.

  • Support to internal and external audits, to include but not limited to, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Uniform Guidance (UG), and other Laboratory Business System Reviews.

    The ideal candidate will have government contract and/or subcontract management experience to include comprehensive experience in FAR/DFARS, mandatory flow down causes, contract law, contract formation, administration, pricing, negotiation, and project management. Demonstrated knowledge of government socioeconomic requirements, patent and IP data rights clauses, and procurement integrity requirements. Candidate must have strong working knowledge and experience in cost analysis, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Certified Cost or Pricing data, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), and Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) subcontracts.

Requirements

  • 10 years of relevant experience awarding and managing subcontracts and/or contracts primarily under USG prime contracts. Minimum required under DoD prime contracts is 5 years

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience managing people

  • Demonstrated effectiveness leading specialized teams and achieving favorable results

  • Strong knowledge of TINA, CAS, CPSR, FAR/DFARS and CPFF subcontracts

  • Master’s degree preferred or Bachelor’s with equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and PowerPoint and with automated purchasing systems, preferably SAP

  • Leadership traits and demeanor that subordinates would aspire to emulate

  • Strong verbal, written communication, and decision making skills

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance, TS preferred

    At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans

  • MIT-funded pension

  • Matching 401K

  • Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)

  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs

  • Mentorship programs

  • A range of work-life balance options

  • ... and much more!

    Please visit our Benefits page (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits) for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits/additional) .

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.

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