Loft Federal ยท 1 week ago
Vice President of Capture Management
Golden, Colorado
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $250K/yr
15+ years expLoft Federal is committed to delivering the U.S. national security space community a fast, affordable, and streamlined pathway to orbit. In this role, you will drive closing deals in the aerospace and defense sector, leading a Capture and Proposal team to create innovative solutions for government clients.
AerospaceInformation TechnologyManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Build and Lead a Capture and Proposal team
Manage the full capture and proposal lifecycle, from planning and execution to post-submission analysis
Build a capable and successful Capture team
Develop and implement capture strategies aligned with client needs and competitive positioning
Identify mission-specific, best in class suppliers and negotiate teaming agreements
Interpret solicitation requirements (e.g., SF33s, RFPs, TOPRs, RFIs) to ensure compliant, compelling proposals
Lead post-submission reviews to analyze outcomes and refine future strategies
Personally contribute and oversee the development of compliant, compelling, and technically sound proposals
Write or edit major proposal sections (e.g., Management, Technical, Staffing)
Facilitate proposal meetings, including kick-offs, brainstorming, and color team reviews
Ensure strategic messaging, technical solutions, and win themes are integrated throughout proposals
Drive accountability for proposal quality, compliance, and on-time submission
Maintain trusted relationships with key stakeholders across USSF, NRO, and Defense prime contractors
Conduct market research and analyze client requirements, competitor landscapes, and legislative drivers
Perform gap analyses, identify discriminators, and develop compelling themes to showcase our value
Use data-driven insights to develop price-to-win models and predictive analytics for proposal strategies
Qualification
Required
Active or recent Top Secret/SCI clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
Proven, documented, track record capturing and winning federal contracts
Knowledge of federal procurement processes (FAR/DFARS) and DoD acquisition
Background in aerospace, defense, or intelligence, with bonus points for exposure to spacecraft or space system development lifecycles
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence across technical and executive teams
15+ years of relevant experience in the Space Industry
Company
Loft Federal
Loft Federal is a manufacturer of aerospace and defense products.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase