Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management

Job overview

The Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management is an onsite role based in Alexandria, VA. Compensation is not specified, though the organization offers a comprehensive benefits package to support its mission of solving critical defense and science challenges. This leadership role exists to oversee daily operations within the Contracts & Asset Management Group, partnering with the Group Head to drive strategic initiatives, manage a team of 50 professionals, and ensure compliance with federal contracting regulations.

What you'll do

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the contracting organization
• partner with Group Head on strategy and resource alignment
• coach and develop high-potential staff
• leverage performance metrics for operational efficiency
• provide expertise on FAR/DFARS and complex negotiations
• lead process modernization and digital tool adoption.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

alexandria va

contracts

asset management

leadership

federal contracting

far

dfars

onsite

no on-call

no travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Retirement contributions, education assistance, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, flexible spending accounts.

Why this role

Shared leadership model, focus on process modernization, and high-impact defense/science mission.

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.