Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management

Job overview

Compensation is $72,400–$222,500 per year. The Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management is an onsite role based in Lorton, VA. , though the range is $72,400 to $222,500 annually. This position supports the Contracts & Asset Management Group at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), which provides critical expertise to national defense and science challenges. This role exists to partner with the Group Head in leading a team of approximately 50 professionals. The Deputy Head oversees daily operations, contributes to strategic initiatives, and ensures compliance and excellence in contracting activities to support the laboratory's mission.

What you'll do

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the contracting organization
• partner with the Group Head on strategic priorities
• coach and develop high-potential staff
• establish performance metrics
• 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

lorton va

contracts

asset management

leadership

federal contracting

far

dfars

management

apl

no on-call

top secret eligible

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

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.