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Manager, Supply Chain Risk Management

Draper Labs
United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge
555 Technology Square (Show on map)
Mar 13, 2026
Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com. Job Description Summary: The Supply Chain Risk Manager will provide leadership and management oversight to the SCRM Team and work with Supply Chain and Market Area leadership to ensure accurate assessment and analysis of critical Draper suppliers in support of Draper Department of Defense (DoD) programs. This position entails a focused commitment to assessing companies in the defense industrial base and managing the implementation of Supply Chain Risk Management NIST 800-53 control family to mitigate risks in the Draper supply chain. The candidate should have experience drafting documentation to support compliance and process, including but not limited to SOW (Statements of Work), RFP (Request for Proposals), design plans, process procedures, test procedures, and manuals, to understand the scope, requirements, and function of products. This position will leverage supply chain risk technologies and stringent organizational protocols to ensure that analysis and processes are timely and conducted in a manner that comply with DoD and program-specific supply chain policy and security requirements. Job Description: Duties/Responsibilities Leads SCRM for Navy Strategic Systems Market Area Developing and evaluating organizational SCRM standards, offering suggestions for process improvements, and supporting operational adoption. Review existing SCRM frameworks, incorporating feedback, and making changes. Leads and identifies improvements of manufacturing, process, and product efficiency to reduce nonconforming products. Identifying vulnerabilities: Analyzing systems to identify critical components and areas of risk for defense programs. Ensure Draper deliverables meet the organizations and customers' quality and product integrity requirements. Assessing suppliers: Verifying that suppliers have an adequate security culture. Using open-source tools to assess suppliers, including assessing supplier foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI). Supply Chain Risk monitoring: Monitor any major changes to the supply chain. Managing security and compliance. Documenting policies and procedures for security, integrity, resilience, and quality of suppliers, systems, components. Compiling and presenting assessments to programs and customers. Provides supply chain security analysis and expertise throughout the system lifecycle process to product development or operations team. Compiling technical requirements documentation for customer system engineering technical reviews (SETR) events Collaboration and Communication: Lead a cross functional team across Draper to ensure that SCRM operations align with Draper's protocols. Provide updates relevant stakeholders regarding the status of vetting projects. Provide technical assistance and support to customers, suppliers, and employees in resolving issues. Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction. Mentoring of less experienced team members / engineers on supply chain risk management / security topics. Performs other duties as assigned. Skills/Abilities Ability to lead cross functional teams Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles Familiarity with Quality Standards ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100. Expert knowledge and skills in process integration. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines. Ability to prioritize tasks. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate clearly. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Advanced knowledge of software suppliers, software supply chain risks, and the defense industrial base broadly. Subject matter expertise with SCRM NIST 800-53 control family to mitigate risks in the supply chain, with experience drafting documentation to support compliance and process. Expert familiarity with DFARS, FAR, TAA, and supply chain relevant compliance topics: NDAA 889, 1260H or similar. Understand concepts around nearshoring, friend shoring, country of origin, and other relevant supply chain risk topics. Ability to obtain / maintain at least a DoD Secret clearance Education Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline. Master's degree preferred Experience Requires 7+ years of experience in relevant engineering or other comparable roles. Additional Job Description: Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Current in scope Secret security clearance is required. Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration. Job Location - City: Cambridge Job Location - State: Massachusetts Job Location - Postal Code: 02139-3563 The US base salary range for this full-time position is $117,500.00 - $307,500.00 Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits. Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers. Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.