STR has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated candidate with Federal Government Property experience in the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence industries to join our outstanding and growing Contracts team. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to develop, implement, and lead Government Property activities with internal and external stakeholders and customers, take on project oversight responsibilities, and gain valuable experience. The successful candidate will have high energy, commitment to excellence, strong leadership skills and a proven track record of success in Federal Government Property administration.

Responsibilities:

• Perform life-cycle Government Property administration (cradle to grave) for a high volume of Government contracts within a diverse portfolio
• Maintain auditable records from receipt to final disposition of Contractor-acquired property, and Government-furnished property in accordance with company and contract requirements
• Conduct periodic audits of Contractor-acquired property and Government-furnished property
• Provide Government Property guidance as the Subject Matter Expert on all new business proposals or contract awards
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and with legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements in day-to-day execution and during audits as the primary company interface and point of contact
• Recommend, develop, and implement continuous process improvements to scale and optimize activities and practices
• Collaborate closely and communicate effectively and professionally with STR personnel from Business Operations and Technical groups on a regular basis
• Participate in special projects as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
• More than three (3) years of Federal Government Property administration experience with DoD and Intelligence customers
• Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and general contracts law principles
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply federal regulations and related acquisition policies and guidance
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• National Property Management Association (NPMA) or equivalent certifications preferred
• Ability to travel as needed to other STR sites

Attributes:

• Collaborative, self-motivated, and efficient, with good business judgment and analytical skills
• Innovative, with an interest in working closely with STR’s Contracts and Purchasing teams to optimize our Government Property practices, while maintaining compliance with our core contractual and regulatory requirements
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt well to change
• Superior interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact in a professional manner with external customers and partners as well as colleagues at all levels across the organization
• Thirst for excellence and enthusiasm to expand his/her experience and take on additional responsibilities (including but not limited to Government systems compliance and subcontracts administration)

This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government. 

All STR employees may be subject to COVID-19 vaccination requirement in response to Executive Order 14042 and accompanying Task Force Guidance, unless a medical or religious accommodation is formally approved by STR.

STR is a rapidly growing technology company with locations north of Boston, MA, Arlington, VA and near Dayton, OH. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security, trying to understand how to protect our society: from stopping malicious botnet attacks, to understanding cyber vulnerabilities, providing next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare to developing artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.

STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, but you go home at night knowing that you pushed the forefront of technology and made the world a little safer. We recognize that the world is changing, that it is becoming more connected than ever before, making things change faster than before, and reshaping society in the process. We all want to understand this changing world and leave it better for our work.

STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.

STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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