
Capture Manager
Capture Manager - Tampa, FL/Huntsville, AL
Work Arrangement
This is a hybrid position based at our Tampa, FL or Huntsville, AL Office. Required to travel a minimum of 25%
Job Overview
The Capture Manager (CM) is responsible for providing effective capture leadership to win new business in the U.S. Defense aerospace market. The CM will establish the strategy and capture plan, organize and lead the capture team, mentor and educate personnel, manage the respective B&P budget and schedule, collaborate across the company, perform market analysis, monitor competitor activity, and drive winning solutions. The CM will develop, organize, and execute capture activities, to include understanding customer requirements, leading development of the technical solution, shaping the Request For Proposal (RFP), assessing competition and teaming opportunities, and developing and executing the Win Strategy.
Essential Functions
• New business capture and proposal management in conjunction with Business Development Lead
• Develops capture plans, competitor assessments, and capability presentations.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships
• Research and identify business opportunities within target markets and industries.
• Assess potential opportunities and conduct qualification analyses to determine alignment with company goals.
• Develop and execute capture strategies tailored to specific opportunities.
• Work with stakeholders to create value propositions and win themes.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Identify and support negotiations with teaming partners and subcontractors as needed.
• Collaborate with proposal teams to ensure alignment between the capture strategy and proposal content.
• Contribute to writing, reviewing, and editing proposals to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Assist with the development of executive summaries, solution concepts, and pricing strategies.
• Work closely with business development, operations, and technical teams to ensure cohesive strategies and solutions.
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities.
• Perform other duties as required.
Standard Essential Functions
Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.
Qualifications and Competencies
• Demonstrated experience in leadership, pursuit and capture of new business
• Strong Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent customer facing skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suites (Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Proficient in Salesforce or other CRM application (preferred)
Education / Certifications
• Bachelor's degree (BS preferred)
• PMP Certification (preferred)
Experience
• 5+ years of experience in program management and/or project engineering with proposal development and management experience
• Experience with US Defense programs
• ISR and/or Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) experience preferred
• Project/Program Management experience within a U.S. Defense Program Office preferred
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.
Security Clearance
• Ability to obtain/maintain a minimum Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance preferred.
About AEVEX
AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.
AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
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