Group Supervisor, Finance and Operations Group (SOM)

Do you thrive on leading high-performing, mission-driven teams?

Are you passionate about advancing excellence in program management, financial stewardship, and technical operations that enable groundbreaking space exploration?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL as the Group Supervisor for Finance and Operations (SOM) within the Space Exploration Sector (SES).

In this key leadership role, you will oversee a talented team of technical and administrative professionals who support APL's Civil Space Flight, National Security Space, and Space Formulation Mission Areas. Your leadership will ensure the integrity and success of program and project management practices that underpin APL's contributions to NASA, DoW, and other space missions.

• Lead and develop a group of approximately 40 technical and business professionals across project control, scheduling, earned value management, cost engineering, pricing, financial analysis, and reporting functions.
• Oversee and improve the consistent implementation of project management and control processes across more than 200 active technical projects in the Space Exploration Sector.
• Guide and strengthen management practices in performance management, cost estimating, forecasting, and earned value analysis for spacecraft and instrument development programs.
• Deliver actionable insights through timely, reliable management information and innovative analytical tools that support decision-making across programs and mission areas.
• Partner with SES leadership to enhance program execution, resource management, and financial performance, while ensuring compliance with APL, NASA, and DoW standards.
• Direct financial management activities, including internal investment process with APL's Investment Strategy Team (IST), forecasting and reporting of funding, expenditures, indirect rates, staffing projections, capital investments, and internal budgets.
• Participate in Laboratory-wide initiatives to refine and implement policies for program management, business operations, and sponsor compliance.
• Foster collaboration across mission areas, ensuring transparent communication and alignment between project teams, business operations, and sector leadership.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, business, finance, or related discipline).
• Have 10 or more years of experience in program management and/or project controls; experience supporting space flight programs is preferred.
• Possess at least 7 years of supervisory or leadership experience managing both technical and administrative staff.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and government contracting principles.
• Have experience with indirect rate management, staff forecasting, and program life-cycle processes.
• Exhibit strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills, including the ability to analyze complex program data and develop actionable insights.
• Communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms, with excellent customer relations and interpersonal skills.
• Hold an active Secret clearance and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret 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.

• Hold a Master's degree in business administration, engineering management, or a related field.
• Have direct experience with government contracting and subcontracting.
• Bring familiarity with NASA and DoW program management practices.
• Demonstrate a record of implementing innovative business processes that improve performance, efficiency, and compliance.

You'll join a collaborative community dedicated to technical excellence, operational precision, and advancing APL's mission in space science and exploration. You'll help shape how APL manages some of the most complex and inspiring programs in the nation - while mentoring the next generation of leaders in program and business operations.

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 http://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 Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.

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.