Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management

Job overview

The Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management is an onsite role based in Savage, MD. Compensation is not specified, and the 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 high-performing organization of approximately 50 professionals. The incumbent oversees day-to-day operations, contributes to strategic direction, and ensures organizational effectiveness through a shared leadership model.

What you'll do

• Oversee day-to-day operations of a large 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

savage md

contracts

asset management

leadership

federal contracting

far

dfars

management

onsite

no on-call

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Generous benefits including education assistance, retirement contributions, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.

Why this role

Shared leadership model, focus on process modernization and AI-enabled solutions, and support for a large, high-performing team.

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.