Develops the strategy and defines the planned impact of the FFRDC work program for CMS. * Leads the portfolio development efforts with CMCS, CCIIO, and OA, working collaboratively with the Program ...
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Develops the strategy and defines the planned impact of the FFRDC work program for CMS. * Leads the portfolio development efforts with CMCS, CCIIO, and OA, working collaboratively with the Program ...
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Develops the strategy and defines the planned impact of the FFRDC work program for CMS. * Leads the portfolio development efforts with CMCS, CCIIO, and OA, working collaboratively with the Program ...
Baltimore, MD · On-site
Develops the strategy and defines the planned impact of the FFRDC work program for CMS. * Leads the portfolio development efforts with CMMI, working collaboratively with the relevant Program Manager ...
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Baltimore, MD · On-site
Develops the strategy and defines the planned impact of the FFRDC work program for CMS. * Leads the portfolio development efforts with CMMI, working collaboratively with the relevant Program Manager ...
Charles City, VA · On-site +1
$2 - $25/hr
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
New
Charles City, VA · On-site +1
$2 - $25/hr
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
New
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
New
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
New
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
New
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
New
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
New
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
New
El Segundo, CA · On-site +1
$2 - $25/hr
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
New
El Segundo, CA · On-site +1
$2 - $25/hr
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
New
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
New
As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground ...
New
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
Specialized FFRDC Process Management (Code 59): Manage the complete Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including all associated documentation ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
Specialized FFRDC Process Management (Code 59): Manage the complete Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including all associated documentation ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows ...
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Working at an FFRDC means you’ll often be part of multidisciplinary teams that bring together experts from academia, industry, and government agencies. Collaboration is central to the role, with frequent cross-functional meetings, research presentations, and joint problem-solving sessions. Team members work together to address complex technical challenges, support federal missions, and ensure research projects are completed to rigorous standards. You can expect a supportive environment that encourages knowledge-sharing and continuous learning, fostering both individual and collective professional growth.
A job at an FFRDC (Federally Funded Research and Development Center) typically requires an advanced degree in a STEM field, strong analytical skills, and a solid understanding of research methodologies. Familiarity with project management software, data analysis tools, and compliance with federal regulations is often necessary, as are certifications relevant to specialized research areas. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and collaborative skills help individuals excel when working with interdisciplinary teams and government partners. These qualifications are critical to producing innovative solutions and maintaining high standards of research integrity for the federal clients served by FFRDCs.
An FFRDC (Federally Funded Research and Development Center) job is a position at a nonprofit organization that conducts research and development for the U.S. government. These centers are sponsored by federal agencies and provide expertise in areas such as defense, cybersecurity, healthcare, and engineering. Employees typically work on long-term government projects without direct commercial competition. FFRDCs are managed by universities, corporations, or nonprofits and offer a mix of public service and advanced research opportunities.

8.2
Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
153rd of 439 rated engineering
Key Functions:
Strategy - The Portfolio Manager works with CMS leaders to form government strategies to achieve agency outcomes. Works with the portfolio management team to define and execute the FFRDC strategies for achieving those outcomes. Develop and maintain a thorough and up-to-date understanding of the customer’s mission, their organization, and the political, economic, and technical environment that impacts the customer’s organization and mission. Maintain a current assessment of the customer value profile and its relationship to MITRE’s work program value to the customer. Develop and maintain a customer strategic analysis that supports a five-year customer strategy focused on customer strategic outcomes.
Customer Engagement - The Portfolio Manager proactively engages with FFRDC customers on the realization, with or without FFRDC tasking, of their outcomes. Provides FFRDC customers with insightful, fact-based, unbiased advice on the realization of those outcomes. Builds partnerships within CMS, other federal agencies, and between the Government and industry, academia, etc. Proactively and deliberately engage with sponsor, customer, and stakeholders, providing thought leadership to advise and help shape mission goals. Develop supporting relationships across the Agency components with key customer contacts to ensure work program alignment that contributes to the customer’s success. Ensure that engagements with sponsors, customers and stakeholders are planned, coordinated, and communicated appropriately.
Analysis - The Portfolio Manager applies a thorough understanding of the CMS organization, mission, and capabilities to identify opportunities, risks, and trends. Brings the analysis of colleagues to bear on needs of the FFRDC, CMS customers, or prospective customers. As part of the FFRDC management team, ensures analysis done in the FFRDC is insightful, well founded, and persuasive.
Work Management - Ensures the FFRDC program and project level work is aligned to the needs of the CMS FFRDC customers. Defines the work so that it achieves agency level outcomes and appropriately applies the FFRDC to those outcomes. Directs or oversees MITRE work done in support of agency outcomes.
Location:
Woodlawn (Baltimore), MD
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate degree (Masters or PhD) from competitive academic program in a relevant field (e.g., healthcare delivery science, life sciences, health policy, health administration, information technology, etc.)
Significant exposure to and experience solving customer issues in one or more of the following areas within CMS or related entities
• The Center for Medicaid & CHIP Services (CMCS)
• Center for Consumer Information & Insurance Oversight (CCIIO)
•Office of the Administrator (OA)
• Office of Financial Management (OFM)
Familiarity with CMS programs and strategic priorities is also desirable (to help facilitate cross-fertilization between CMS portfolio and work program activities).
Minimum Education/Experience:
BS and 10 years of related experience including 2 years of leadership experience.
*This position may on occasion require overnight travel up to 10-15% of the time as well as some local travel.
Do you meet the above requirements and are interested in learning more about this opportunity? Then apply today or contact us at 571-765-1420 or ashley.tonkinson@MITREcareers.com.
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