Vice President of Capture Management

Vice President of Capture Management

About the Company

Innovative provider of space-based solutions for government & institutional clients

Industry

Defense & Space

Type

Privately Held, VC-backed

Founded

2017

Employees

201-500

Funding

$101-$200 million

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Capture Management to lead the strategic pursuit of high-value deals in the aerospace and defense sector, with a focus on supporting U.S. national security space clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and leading a capture and proposal team, managing the full capture and proposal lifecycle, and developing and implementing capture strategies that align with client needs and competitive positioning. This role requires a proven track record in capturing and winning federal contracts, knowledge of federal procurement processes, and a background in aerospace, defense, or intelligence, with a preference for experience in spacecraft or space system development lifecycles.

Key responsibilities for the Vice President of Capture Management include interpreting solicitation requirements, leading post-submission reviews, and ensuring the development of compliant, compelling, and technically sound proposals. The role also involves maintaining trusted relationships with key stakeholders, conducting market research, and using data-driven insights for strategic analysis and competitive intelligence. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to influence across technical and executive teams, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. A Top Secret / SCI clearance is required, and the candidate should be a U.S. citizen with at least 15 years of relevant experience in the space industry.

Hiring Manager Title

President

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions

• Operations