Top 171 Head of operations Jobs in Gaithersburg Md

Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) —Laurel, MD
- $72,400 - $222,500 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Multi Trades Chief II
University of Maryland —College Park, MD
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Writing skills
- Basic math
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Studio Manager / Head Trainer - New Location Opening 2026
StarFit Studio —Ashburn, VA
- $58,000 - $61,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Inventory management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Fairfax, VA
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Flexible schedule
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Head of Enterprise Applications & Data Engineering
Tate Access Floors Inc —Columbia, MD
- $160,000 - $190,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- ERP systems
- SQL
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Head of P&L Operations
Hassle Free Home Services —Rockville, MD
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Senior level
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Grants & Compliance Analyst– Head Start
JBS International —North Bethesda, MD
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Chief Operating Officer
Capital Digestive Care (CDC) —Silver Spring, MD
- $250,000 - $300,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- Finance
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Chief of Staff
Fair Labor Association —Washington, DC
- $128,000 - $142,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Senior level
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Sr. Director, Head of Servicing Strategy & Operations, Capital One Travel
Capital One —McLean, VA
- Email
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Health insurance
Chief of Staff, Policy
Lyft —Washington, DC
- $156,000 - $195,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Office
- Product management
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
Head of Business Operations (Team)
XFL Properties LLC DBA United Football League —Washington, DC
- $130,000 - $235,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Remote
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chief of Staff
PulseFlow LLC —Washington, DC
- $90,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Analysis skills
- Contracts
- Senior level
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Chief of Staff
DC International School —Washington, DC
- $145,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Spanish
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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8d
Vice President and Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of Chief Legal Officer
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. —Rockville, MD
- $197,600 - $389,200 a year
- Extended hours
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Organizational skills
- Paid jury duty
- Commuter assistance
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Head of Logistics Operations - Americas
Satair USA, Inc. —Dulles, VA
- $160,000 - $175,000 a year
- Online Application
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Head of Clinical Operations ( On site role)
Precigen, Inc —Germantown, MD
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Medicine
- Bachelor's degree
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Chief Operating Officer
Meso Scale Diagnostics, LLC. —Rockville, MD
- $379,000 - $621,900 a year
- Writing skills
- ERP systems
- 11+ years
- Paid parental leave
- AD&D insurance
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Head of Supplier Quality Management
Merck KGaA —Rockville, MD
- $133,900 - $220,900 a year
- English
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Chief Operating Officer
DST Technical Services Corporation —Montgomery Village, MD
- Email
- Sales
- Accounting
- Senior level

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Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) -
Laurel, MD

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Job Details

Full-time
$72,400 - $222,500 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Federal Acquisition Regulations
Team leadership
Coaching
Performance management strategy
Employee relationship building
Change management
Team development
Bachelor's degree
Mentoring
Procurement contract management
Data interpretation
Relationship management
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Contract law
Project contract management
Data-driven decision making
Procurement regulatory knowledge
Team building

Full Job Description

Description

The Contracts & Asset Management Group is responsible for APL’s prime contracting, estimating/pricing, asset management, NDA/Non-monetary agreement management, contract business systems, and contract closeout. Our vision is to be a trusted Laboratory partner and a center of excellence in contracting and related activities.

We are seeking a Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management to partner with the Group Head in leading a high-performing organization of approximately 50 professionals. This role operates within a shared leadership model, where responsibilities are aligned and coordinated to ensure seamless execution and full leadership coverage. The Deputy Head is primarily responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the group, while contributing to strategic direction and organizational effectiveness.

As the Deputy Head of Contracts & Asset Management, you will:

Lead & Execute: Oversee the day-to-day operations of a large contracting organization, ensuring high-quality, compliant, and timely execution across a dynamic portfolio.
Shape Strategy: Partner with the Group Head to set priorities, align resources, and drive strategic initiatives that enhance organizational performance.
Develop Talent: Build and sustain a strong leadership bench by coaching managers, developing high-potential staff, and fostering a culture of accountability and growth.
Drive Excellence: Establish and leverage performance metrics to improve efficiency, transparency, and decision-making.
Provide Expertise: Advise on complex contract strategy, negotiations, and regulatory interpretation (FAR/DFARS), and support resolution of high-impact issues.
Innovate & Improve: Lead process modernization efforts, including adoption of digital tools and AI-enabled solutions to enhance contracting effectiveness.
Strengthen Partnerships: Collaborate across the organization to deliver mission impact and elevate the role of contracting as a strategic partner.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you…

Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
Have 10+ years of experience in Federal Government “prime contracting” within the private sector.
Have 5+ years of leadership and/or management experience with demonstrated ability to manage teams and exercise sound judgment.
Can demonstrate proven success negotiating complex contracts and developing contract and fee strategies.
Have deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS and their practical application.
Have experience overseeing complex, high-value contracting activities.
Can demonstrate the ability to lead in a complex environment, drive change, and execute effectively.
Possess strong leadership, mentoring, and relationship-building skills.
Have experience using data and metrics to inform decisions and improve operations.
Can demonstrate excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Have high integrity and sound judgment.
Are able to ultimately obtain a Top Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You’ll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you…

Possess a Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
Have experience leading at the group or section level, particularly within APL or a similar organization.
Have experience with Workday or similar HRIS platforms.

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About Us

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [email protected].

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Minimum Rate

$72,400 Annually

Maximum Rate

$222,500 Annually

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