Amentum

Business Development Air Force Acquisition Senior Account Executive

Amentum$150K — $200K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of USAF, USSF, or DoD Acquisition and Program Management experience, including 5 years supporting USAF Programs.
  • Extensive experience with DoD & IC government organizations.
  • Proven ability to handle business development autonomously.
  • Skilled in assessing competitive market conditions and evaluation factors.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic growth initiatives to expand Amentum's presence with the U.S. Air Force.
  • Leverage established relationships to influence growth strategies.
  • Shape opportunities and drive business development efforts before solicitations.
  • Engage with senior government and industry stakeholders to build trust.
  • Identify investment areas for future organizational growth.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching.
  • Educational reimbursement program.
  • Parental leave for new parents.
  • Employee stock purchase plan.
  • Tax-saving options.
  • Disability and life insurance.
  • Pet insurance offerings.
Full Job Description
Amentum is seeking a well connected, strategic growth leader to help expand their presence across the U.S. Air Force. This is a highly visible opportunity to leverage established
relationships, influence growth strategy, and create new opportunities supporting some of the Air Force's most critical missions.
The ideal candidate brings deep Air Force experience, a strong network across acquisition and program communities, and a proven ability to open doors, shape opportunities, and position organizations for long term success. We are looking for someone who understands
where decisions are made, how priorities are established, and how to engage customers early to drive meaningful growth.
What We're Looking For
• Well connected strategic growth leader with strong relationships across the U.S. Air
Force
• Demonstrated success developing and shaping opportunities before formal
solicitations are released
• Deep understanding of Air Force acquisition, budgeting, and mission priorities
• Experience building trusted relationships with senior government and industry
stakeholders
• Ability to influence strategy and identify where an organization should invest for
future growth
Highly Desired Experience
• We are particularly interested in candidates with strong connections in the
Albuquerque, New Mexico market.
• Experience supporting the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center Air Force Nuclear
Weapons Center and the Air Force Research Laboratory Air Force Research
Laboratory is highly desirable.
• Candidates with infrastructure, engineering, facilities, modernization, research, or
mission support experience within these organizations will stand out. Current
relationships and recent engagement across these communities are strongly
preferred.
Location: Remote, with a strong preference for candidates located in or closely connected
to the Albuquerque area

Minimum Qualifications:
  • 12+ years of USAF, USSF, or DoD Acquisition and or Program Management experience, with at least 5 of those years in support of USAF Programs
  • Extensive experience with DoD & IC government organizations
  • Demonstrated ability to execute the business development function with little/no supervision
  • Ability to assess the competitive field, to include all evaluation factors, both price and non-price
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience is required
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Active Secret US Government Clearance
  • Master's degree
  • DAWIA Program Manager Certification


Compensation Details:
$150,000-$200,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • 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


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
07/09/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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