Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management

Job overview

The Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management is an onsite role based in Springfield, VA. Compensation is not specified, though the employer offers a comprehensive benefits package and supports critical defense and science missions. This role exists to partner with the Group Head in leading a team of 50 professionals. The incumbent oversees daily operations, drives strategic initiatives, develops talent, and ensures 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 mentor staff
• establish performance metrics
• provide expertise on FAR/DFARS
• lead process modernization
• collaborate across the organization.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

springfield va

contracts

asset management

leadership

federal contracting

far

dfars

management

no on-call

top secret eligible

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Generous benefits, robust education assistance, unparalleled retirement contributions, healthy work/life balance, sign-on bonus potential, relocation benefits.

Why this role

Shared leadership model, focus on digital and AI-enabled contracting solutions, high-impact defense and space mission support.

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.