Makwa Global, LLC · 4 months ago
Vice President of Engineering Solutioning
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
15+ years expMakwa Global, LLC is a tribally owned enterprise seeking a dynamic and strategic Vice President of Engineering Solutioning to lead enterprise-wide solution development and engineering strategy. This role involves driving innovation, overseeing technical solutioning for proposals and program delivery, and ensuring alignment with customer missions across various portfolios including defense and IT.
Cyber SecurityFacilities Support ServicesGovernmentIT ManagementProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Lead solution architecture and engineering strategy for federal contracts, ensuring innovative, scalable, and compliant solutions
Partner with BD/Capture teams to develop winning proposals, solution blueprints, and technical volumes
Serve as a thought leader in engineering, emerging technology, and solutions design to enhance market competitiveness
Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies (AI/ML, automation, cloud, cybersecurity, and digital engineering) into enterprise solution offerings
Build and maintain relationships with customers, partners, and vendors to drive innovation and growth opportunities
Shape new service lines and technical capabilities to diversify and expand Makwa Global’s portfolio
Provide executive oversight for engineering support on program delivery, ensuring high quality, compliance, and mission success
Serve as executive sponsor for complex programs requiring advanced solutioning, integration, or transformation
Support continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and solution delivery practices
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing engineering and solutioning team
Foster collaboration across business units to ensure technical and operational alignment
Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and customer success
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field required
15+ years of progressive leadership in engineering, technology solutioning, or solution architecture, with at least 5 years in an executive role
Demonstrated experience leading solutioning for federal government proposals and programs (DoD, DoS, DHS, or other federal agencies)
Proven success developing and delivering innovative technical solutions in a GovCon or highly regulated environment
Expertise in solution architecture, systems engineering, and emerging technologies (cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, digital transformation)
Strong knowledge of proposal development processes (Shipley or similar) and federal acquisition regulations
Exceptional communication and executive presence with the ability to influence across technical and non-technical audiences
Business acumen with proven ability to align technology solutions with corporate growth strategies
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Company
Makwa Global, LLC
Makwa Global is a tribally owned enterprise led by seasoned federal contracting experts.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Angela Rakow
Chief Administration Officer (CAO)
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2025-11-19
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