BAE Systems

Dir II- Capture Mgmt

BAE Systems • $130K — $180K *
Mclean, VA 22101In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or related field
  • Minimum of 15 years in capture management or business development within the Air Force and Space Force domain
  • Track record of leading captures from $50M to $500M+ for Prime bids
  • Experience with Shipley or other capture methodologies
  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing high performing capture executives

Responsibilities

  • Lead capture strategy development for complex Air Force and Space Force procurements
  • Manage and mentor the Capture and Solutions Architect team
  • Oversee capture pipeline, assignments, and deliverables
  • Work closely with the ASFS Business Winning Lead to qualify opportunities
  • Provide briefings and analysis of capture pipeline and risk assessments
  • Identify and develop reusable solutions across multiple opportunities
  • Coordinate cross-functional capture teams to develop winning solutions

Benefits

  • Collaboration with senior leadership
  • Opportunity to develop and lead high-performing teams
  • Involvement in strategic decision-making for major contracts
  • Engagement with key government stakeholders and industry partners
  • Professional development opportunities through mentoring and training
Full Job Description
Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Capture Director, based in McLean, Virginia, to lead and manage capture efforts supporting the Air and Space Force Solutions (ASFS) organization. This role requires a strategic, results-driven leader with deep knowledge in defense acquisition processes, government contracting, and the unique requirements of aerospace and space related programs. The Senior Capture Director will be responsible for developing and executing capture strategies that secure critical contracts and foster long-term partnerships within the Air Force and Space domains. The Senior Capture Director will report directly to the Vice President and General Manager of ASFS and lead the Capture and Solution Architect team.

Responsibilities include:
  • Lead capture strategy development and execution for complex Air Force and Space Force procurements, including major systems and services contracts
  • Manage, mentor, and provide strategic direction to the Capture and Solutions Architect team.
  • Oversight of capture pipeline, assignments, deliverables, and expenditure
  • Work closely with the ASFS Business Winning Lead to shape and qualify opportunities
  • Proactive management of New Business Funds across multiple efforts
  • Provide briefings and analysis of capture pipeline, critical pursuits and risk assessments
  • Provide leadership and oversight during proposal development phase
  • Identify and develop solutions that can be leveraged across multiple opportunities
  • Identify opportunities for efficiencies to include automated processes, tools, resource sharing, and data reuse
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with government stakeholders, industry partners, and internal teams
  • Coordinate cross-functional capture teams including business development, technical, pricing, and proposal personnel to develop winning solutions
  • Monitor competitive landscape and government budget trends to inform capture strategies


Required Skills and Education

  • Active security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or related field
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in capture management or business development within the Air Force and Space Force domain.
  • Proven ability to lead captures from $50M to $500M+ for Prime bids
  • Experience with Shipley or other capture methodologies
  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing high performing capture executives
  • Track record of leading pursuits from qualification to award leveraging honed capture processes and offering creative expertise
  • Demonstrated proficiency in locating key win themes and discriminators
  • Experience leading story board and color team reviews
  • Effective use of cross business area/ cross sector solutioning and resource loading to increase PWIN and drive best in class solutions.
  • Effective in shaping RFPs prior to release through strategic customer engagement and mission enhancing solutions
  • Open to engage and challenge subordinates, peers and leadership on critical pursuits to ensure we are developing best in class solutions
  • Proven ability to provide leadership and oversight during proposal development phase
  • Experience locating common themes across various customer sets to drive long term strategy
  • Proficiency in identifying opportunities for efficiencies to include automated processes, tools, and data reuse across corporate capability offerings
  • Aptitude to perform at high levels in a fast paced, matrixed environment with minimal or no supervision
  • Deep understanding of government procurement regulations and processes (e.g., FAR, DFARS)
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively across teams and stakeholders


Preferred Skills and Education

  • MBA or comparable advanced degree
  • Shipley, APMP or similar certification

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company. It is among the world's largest defense contractors, with over 85,000 employees and operations in over 40 countries. BAE Systems is involved in the design, development, and manufacture of a wide range of products and services, including military aircraft, naval ships, and land vehicles. The company also provides a range of cybersecurity and intelligence services. BAE Systems has a long history, dating back to the 19th century, and has been involved in many major defense projects. Visit baesystems.com for more information.
Learn more about BAE Systems
Size
90,500 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1997
NASDAQ
BAESF
* Ladders Estimates

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