Subcontracts and Partnerships Manager w/active Top Secret clearance

LMI; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LMI in Tysons, VA is seeking a Subcontracts Manager to own end-to-end procurement and subcontract activities for high-priority government programs. You will administer the full lifecycle, ensure FAR/DFARS compliance, and coordinate with program teams and suppliers to meet urgent needs. The role requires a TS/SCI clearance, U.S.

citizenship, and extensive experience in government contracting. You will draft and negotiate terms, monitor performance, and prepare audit-ready documentation in a

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance required; U.S. citizenship required.
• BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain, Contracts, or related field.
• 12 years’ experience in subcontracts administration, procurement, sourcing, acquisition, or purchasing within a government contracting environment.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS and audit readiness.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint) and MS Office.
• Experience with licensing, IP rights, data rights, ITAR/EAR.

Responsibilities

• Administer the full lifecycle of subcontracts and purchase orders including solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, award, and closeout.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and internal policies; maintain audit readiness.
• Liaise between internal stakeholders and external suppliers to meet urgent program needs.
• Execute sourcing activities: RFQ development, solicitation, supplier selection; ensure timely fulfillment.
• Identify and mitigate risks in sourcing, including disruptions and sole-source dependencies.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and licensing to support program timelines.
• Draft, review, and negotiate subcontract terms including data rights and IP.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and address issues to ensure program support.
• Maintain organized procurement documentation for audits (CPSR, DCMA).
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and program teams to resolve contractual issues and align with mission goals.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical

Education

BA/BS in Business

Supply Chain/Contracts

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Subcontract s Management business partner will provide dedicated , direct support and be responsible for comprehensive, end-to-end lifecycle management of P rocurement /Subcontracts activities in direct support of high-priority government program . This role plays a critical part in advancing program objectives by providing direct program support, driving rapid response to acquisition needs, and ensuring mission success through strategic partnerships and rapid procurement.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and intelligence sectors— helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

• Administer the full lifecycle of subcontracts and purchase orders—including solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, award, and closeout to ensure continuous and effective direct support to program activities.
• Ensure full compliance with applicable regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and internal policies, emphasizing procurement integrity and audit readiness.
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders (program management, engineering, manufacturing, quality) and external suppliers, to drive alignment and responsiveness in meeting urgent program needs.
• Execute sourcing activities such as RFQ development, solicitation issuance, and supplier selection to ensure timely fulfillment of mission-critical requirements in compliance with established procedures and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., FAR/DFARS).
• Proactively support risk identification and mitigation within sourcing activities, including addressing supply chain disruptions and single/sole-source dependencies.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, terms and conditions, and commercial licensing agreements to support program timelines and minimize contractual and supply risks.
• Procure materials, components, and services directly aligned with production schedules and technical requirements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate subcontract terms—including flow-down requirements, data rights, IP licensing, and indemnification clauses to safeguard program and company interests.
• Actively monitor subcontractor performance, including cost, schedule, and technical compliance; address performance issues proactively to ensure continued program support.
• Maintain organized and accurate procurement documentation to facilitate audits and regulatory reviews (e.g., CPSR, DCMA).
• Collaborate closely with legal, finance, and program teams to resolve contractual issues and ensure solutions are in alignment with broader mission goals.
• Partner with technical counterparts to clearly define and document PWS/SOW objectives critical to program deliverables.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance is required for this position - final adjudication is required and interim clearances will not be considered. Candidates must also be eligible for Special Access Program (SAP) access; Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. LMI will only consider applicants with current TS/SCI security clearance. Please note that only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• BA/BS in Business , Supply Chain Management, Contracts, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum of 1 2 years’ experience in subcontracts administration, procurement, sourcing, acquisition, or purchasing within a government contracting environment. A dditional consideration may be taken for candidates with high level experience with FAR/DFARS requirements in a classified environment.
• Demonstrated expertise with FAR, DFARS, and associated federal acquisition regulations.
• Proven ability to perform complex cost/price analysis and supplier proposal evaluation.
• Comprehensive understanding of various subcontract and purchase order types (FFP, CPFF, T&M, etc.) and awareness of related risk profiles.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills, with a proactive, customer-focused, and mission-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of AI tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in classified en vironment
• Experience applying contract requirements within purchasing and sourcing functions.
• Familiarity with licensing agreements, intellectual property rights, data rights clauses, procurement/restriction requirements, and export compliance (ITAR/EAR).
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or complex manufacturing industries.

Core Competencies

• Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Negotiation
• Manufacturing & Supply Chain Integration
• Cross-Functional & Solutions-driven Collaboration
• Business Acumen & Informed Decision-Making
• Execution-focused, Detail-oriented, and Risk-aware
• Sense of Urgency and Customer/Program Mission Focus

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment supporting both government and commercial programs.
• Highly collaborative, cross-functional team setting with a strong emphasis on accuracy, compliance, responsiveness, and adaptability to evolving program priorities.
• Experience working in classified environment and handling sensitive data

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.Approximate range of $100,000 - $140,000, subject to change based on the factors listed above.

Job Locations

US-VA-Tysons