SAIC

Director, Capture Manager - Air Force and Defense Agencies

SAIC$120K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in capture management or business development supporting government contracts
  • Proven success in capturing large opportunities within Air Force and Defense Agencies
  • Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in business development
  • Technical background in Mission Systems Integration, IT Modernization, and Cloud Computing
  • Active or eligible for Secret/Top Secret clearance
  • Strong strategic thinking skills for innovative capture strategies

Responsibilities

  • Lead initiatives to identify and capture opportunities across government sectors
  • Develop tailored capture strategies for government customer needs
  • Collaborate with internal teams to create valuable solutions
  • Drive the creation of competitive proposal materials aligned with client objectives
  • Build and maintain relationships with Air Force and Defense Agency stakeholders
  • Manage a diverse pipeline of capture opportunities across different technologies
  • Oversee resources, schedules, and budgets while tracking pipeline progress
  • Monitor market trends and competitor activity to refine capture strategies

Benefits

  • Inclusive company culture and commitment to diversity
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and innovative projects
  • Robust support for work-life balance initiatives
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
Full Job Description
Job Description

SAIC is actively seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Capture Manager to support the Air Force and Defense Agencies and Joint Mission team. This high-visibility role focuses on driving strategy, innovation, and growth within SAIC's expanding portfolio of solutions and services. Capture Managers are at the forefront of SAIC's Business Development efforts, responsible for delivering a continuous stream of new business opportunities while ensuring alignment with SAIC's mission, vision, and strategic objectives.

In this mission-critical position, the Senior Capture Manager will lead multi-disciplinary teams to pursue and secure key opportunities, leveraging SAIC's proven strengths in cutting-edge technologies and mission solutions.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Capture Manager, you will:
  • Lead Business Development Activities: Champion strategic initiatives to identify, qualify, and capture opportunities across Air Force, Defense Agencies, and related Joint Mission customers.
  • Develop Winning Strategies: Define and execute a winning capture strategy tailored to the specific needs of government customers in areas like Mission Integration, Systems Engineering, Cloud Services, Information Technology (IT) as a Service, and Advanced Product Development.
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Work collaboratively with operations teams, service leaders, technical experts, and proposal center staff to create compelling, high-value solutions.
  • Shape Proposals: Drive development of compliant, compelling, and competitive proposal materials, ensuring alignment with customer objectives and SAIC's capabilities.
  • Engage with Customers: Build and maintain trusted relationships with Air Force and other Defense Agency stakeholders to gain insight, gather intelligence, and shape opportunities ahead of the RFP (Request for Proposal) release.
  • Pipeline Management: Oversee a diverse and evolving pipeline of capture opportunities, balancing small and large opportunities across multiple technologies and agencies.
  • Deliver Results: Manage resources, schedules, budgets, and risks while maintaining accountability for pipeline progress and growth.
  • Monitor Market and Competitors: Stay ahead of trends in defense technology, competitors' offerings, and customers' needs to adapt and strengthen capture strategies.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
  • Proven Experience: A minimum of 10 years in capture management, business development, or related roles supporting large government contracts.
  • Demonstrated Success: Track record of pursuing, capturing, and winning large-scale opportunities within the Air Force and Defense Agencies sectors.
  • Leadership: Strong experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in a capture or business development environment.
  • Technical Acumen: Familiarity with technical domains including Mission Systems Integration, IT Modernization, Cloud Computing, and Systems Engineering.
  • Clearance: Active or ability to obtain a Secret/Top Secret clearance (depending on customer requirements).
  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement innovative capture strategies that address complex challenges and win competitive procurements.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Comprehensive knowledge of procurement processes, including FAR/DFARS and associated acquisition lifecycles.
  • Expertise in Air Force programs like Advanced Battle Management Systems, Joint C2, or similar defense systems.
  • An advanced degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.


About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
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