Capture Manager I - Weapons Technology

About the Role

Support the Tactical Solutions business unit within BAE Systems, Inc., Space & Mission Systems (SMS) sector as a capture manager for a variety of pursuits. This includes identifying, pursuing, developing, and winning business opportunities with various government organizations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and establish contacts with key US Government and industry customers and stakeholders.
• Work with other Mission Systems Business Area team members, customers, and end users to find solutions to today's needs and help develop concepts for next generation platforms.
• Develop and communicate messages, marketing, competition assessments, and customer insights to pursuit teams and leadership based on core values of integrity, honesty, transparency, and collaboration.
• Assess market potential for existing markets and develop investment plans to penetrate new or lateral markets.
• Establish industrial partnerships necessary to effectively compete in Tactical Solutions markets.
• Propose and collaborate with the Chief Technologist on innovative research & development projects. Coordinate technology development with other business areas as appropriate.
• Work with prime and government customers to translate technical performance for EO/IR and/or RF mission systems into recommended Concepts of Employment to provide maximum tactical advantage to warfighters.
• Assist in the development and communication of proposal strategy, including pursuit analysis, bidding strategies, technical presentations, win themes, key points, and pricing.
• Coordinate all proposal activities, prepare various inputs, and oversee final proposal preparation and delivery.
• Oversee study efforts having the potential to evolve into new business capture opportunities.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units, and the Company.
• Interact appropriately with others to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Work Environment

This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Requirements

• BS/BA in related field plus 8 years or more related experience.
• Each higher-level degree (Master’s Degree or Ph.D.) may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Degree must be from a university, college, or school accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• A current, active Secret security clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret.
• Influencing, communication, and team skills critical to successful execution of duties.
• Experienced presentation skills with documented experience presenting to senior decision-making and technical audiences.
• Demonstrated proposal leadership experience, leadership, and interpersonal skills in relevant business environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• A current, active Top Secret security clearance.
• Proposal management and business capture experience.
• Programmatic background within classified program environments for government or industry.
• Experience leading design teams and new business capture activities.
• Solid technical writing skills.

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $132,962 - $226,035. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications such as skills, education, and experience.

Benefits

Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• A 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage and life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program and a legal plan.
• Perks including discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave.
• Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.