Capture Director Job at Appian Corporation (McLean)

Senior Director of Capture

Arcfield's Space and Mission Engineering (SME) Sector is seeking a high-performi...

Location

United States , Chantilly

Salary:

Not provided

Arcfield

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must possess and be able to maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance
BS 18+, MS 16+, PhD 12+
Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success in leading and winning large-scale government capture efforts, with a focus on opportunities exceeding $200M+
Experience with Shipley Framework: Expertise in the use of Shipley or similar capture and proposal management methodologies
Strong Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Capture Experience: Minimum of 18 years of experience in capture/proposal management, business development, or related roles in the federal government contracting space
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Subject Matter Expertise: In-depth understanding of federal procurement processes, acquisition regulations (FAR/DFAR), and the intricacies of defense and intelligence contracting
Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyze market trends, competitors, and customer needs
Team Leadership: Experience managing cross-functional teams, leading virtual or geographically dispersed teams, and driving results under tight deadlines

Job Responsibility

Capture Leadership: Lead the strategic planning, execution, and oversight of capture efforts for opportunities of $200M+ in value
Opportunity Qualification: Partner with business development and technical teams to assess opportunities, validate capture viability
Proposal Strategy: Apply Shipley capture and proposal development methodologies to orchestrate competitive, compelling, and compliant proposals
Strategic Planning: Develop and execute capture strategies, including win themes, teaming strategies, competitive analysis, customer engagements, and risk mitigation plans
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with proposal managers, subject matter experts (SMEs), technical teams, pricing teams, and executives
Customer Engagement: Cultivate relationships with government clients, acquisition teams, and key stakeholders
Teaming Relationships: Identify, negotiate, and manage relationships with prime contractors, subcontractors, and industry partners
Financial Acumen: Work with pricing teams to develop competitive pricing and capture solutions
Market Knowledge: Maintain deep industry awareness, including competitive intelligence, market trends, and customer priorities
Leadership and Mentorship: Provide thought leadership and mentoring to capture teams and business development professionals

Fulltime

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Senior Capture Director

At BAE Systems we don't just deliver technology - we drive mission transformatio...

Location

United States , Sterling

Salary:

169630.00 - 288370.00 USD / Year

Baesystems

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college. In lieu of degree, additional years of related experience
12+ years of progressive capture management experience in defense or federal contracting with focus on digital transformation, enterprise IT or mission IT
Strong record of leading and winning pursuits in the $100M to $500M+ range
Deep understanding of DoD acquisition processes procurement trends and competitive landscapes
Proven success in collaborating across technical delivery and executive teams to drive pursuit momentum under compressed timelines
Exceptional communication, executive presence, and analytical problem-solving skills
Must be able to obtain Top Secret/SCI Polygraph clearance
Must currently possess Top Secret/SCI clearance
U.S. Citizenship required
U.S. Person required

Job Responsibility

Lead full life cycle capture management from opportunity identification through contract award leveraging disciplined gate reviews and competitive positioning strategies
Partner with technology leaders and solution architects to shape innovative executable offerings aligned with customer modernization priorities
Build and manage high performing capture teams across engineering, pricing, operations, and business development functions
Engage with senior defense and intelligence stakeholders to refine mission understanding and solution alignment
Drive development of key artifacts - capture plans, win strategies, call plans, and Black Hat analyses that anticipate competitor approaches and drive winning outcomes
Translate technical and operational differentiators and enterprise digital architectures into compelling customer value propositions
Mentor and develop rising capture professionals, reinforcing operational discipline and strategic creativity across the organization

What we offer

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
legal plan
discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays

Fulltime

Director of Capture Management

The Director, Capture Management is a pivotal leader within Amentum’s growth org...

Location

United States , Dallas

Salary:

190000.00 USD / Year

Amentum

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field is required
Advanced certifications in capture or business development, such as APMP certification or DAWIA Level II/III, are preferred
A minimum of 15 years of experience in capture management, proposal development, or business development, with a focus on federal and defense opportunities
Demonstrated track record of securing mid- to large-scale federal contracts
Hands-on experience collaborating with business development and functional teams to develop winning strategies
Strong understanding of capture management processes, including opportunity qualification, competitive positioning, technical solutioning, and proposal compliance
Working knowledge of U.S. federal and Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition frameworks and procurement practices
Experience applying AI tools and methodologies for competitive analysis, compliance tracking, and decision-making during the capture lifecycle
Proven ability to engage with cross-functional teams across technical, operational, and pricing domains to execute capture efforts
Demonstrated business acumen to effectively drive solution-based pricing strategies

Job Responsibility

Drive capture efforts for mid- to large-scale federal and defense opportunities, ensuring alignment with Amentum’s strategic priorities
Develop and execute tailored capture strategies that address customer needs, competitive considerations, and key evaluation criteria
Lead the capture process from opportunity qualification through proposal submission, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables
Partner with Business Development to ensure that once opportunities are qualified, they transition seamlessly into the capture process
Collaborate with Business Development and operational teams to refine customer understanding, gather competitive intelligence, and shape value propositions
Ensure cohesion and alignment between opportunity capture execution and broader Business Development strategies
Oversee the development of compelling proposals by working closely with proposal teams, technical writers, and pricing specialists
Leverage AI tools and technologies to enhance competitive analyses, compliance tracking, and overall proposal quality
Participate in strategic reviews (e.g., color team reviews) to refine proposals and other capture-related deliverables
Engage directly with current and potential customers to fully understand mission requirements and highlight Amentum’s value proposition

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

Fulltime

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