Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management

Job overview

The Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management is an onsite role based in Chantilly, VA. Compensation is not specified, though the role supports the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in its mission to solve critical defense and science challenges. This position exists to partner with the Group Head in leading a team of approximately 50 professionals. The role focuses on overseeing daily operations, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring compliance and excellence in contracting activities.

What you'll do

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the contracting organization
• partner with Group Head on strategic initiatives
• coach and develop high-potential staff
• establish performance metrics
• provide expertise on FAR/DFARS and contract negotiations
• lead process modernization and digital tool adoption.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

chantilly va

contracts

asset management

leadership

federal contracting

far

dfars

onsite

no on-call

top secret eligible

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

Shared leadership model, focus on digital/AI-enabled contracting, and support for high-impact national defense missions.

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.