Subcontracts Manager

Subcontracts Manager

Date: Jan 15, 2026

Location: Lexington, MA, US

Company: MIT Lincoln Laboratory

The Contracting Services Department is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Subcontracts Manager to join our Major Subcontracts Non-Commercial team. In this pivotal role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for the Advanced Technology & ISR & Tactical Systems Divisions, providing expert guidance and leadership on all subcontracting matters. You will be responsible for managing and overseeing major subcontracts, ensuring compliance, optimizing performance, and supporting the Advanced Technology & ISR & Tactical Systems Divisions and Contracting Services Department's strategic objectives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to drive the success of complex and high-value subcontracts in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Key responsibilities will include soliciting and analyzing quotations, developing Statements of Work (SOW), negotiating terms and conditions related to purchase, payment, and pricing, as well as a thorough knowledge of patent and data rights clauses. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and subcontractors to resolve complex issues and ensure project success. We are seeking a candidate who exhibits strong leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to foster positive, professional relationships to successfully complete work assignments and drive results.

• Minimum of 10 years government subcontracts experience;
  DoW contracts/subcontracts experience a plus
• Leadership attributes, collaborative, and abundant soft skills
• MBA or BS with equivalent combination of education and experience
• Professional certification in Purchasing or Government Contracting is preferred
• Experience in evaluating, negotiating, pricing and administrating complex/high dollar cost reimbursement, fixed price, and incentive subcontracts desired
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and Power Point
• Demonstrated experience with an ERP purchasing system – SAP experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of ten (10) years of extensive government contract/subcontract management experience, with a deep understanding of FAR/DFARS regulations, mandatory flow down clauses, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), procurement integrity requirements, and contract law. The candidate should have a proven track record in all aspects of contract formation and subcontract administration, including cost and price analysis, negotiation, acquisition planning, supplier relationship management, and project management.

Hiring Range: $119,200 - $158,000

Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements.

This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.

• 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!

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.

Requisition : 42606