Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management

Job overview

The Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management is an onsite role based in McLean, VA. Compensation is not specified, and this position supports the Contracts & Asset Management Group at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). This role exists to partner with the Group Head in leading a team of approximately 50 professionals. It focuses on overseeing daily operations, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations to support the laboratory's mission.

What you'll do

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the contracting organization.
• Partner with the Group Head to set priorities and align resources.
• Coach managers and develop high-potential staff.
• Establish performance metrics to improve efficiency.
• Advise on complex contract strategy, negotiations, and FAR/DFARS interpretation.
• Lead process modernization and digital tool adoption.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

mclean va

contracts

asset management

leadership

federal contracting

far

dfars

management

onsite

jhu apl

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts.

Why this role

Shared leadership model, focus on process modernization, and support for high-impact defense and science projects.

About the employer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.