Incumbent will be responsible for guiding teams to successfully capture and execute strategic programs across global markets. You will manage and administer Capture / Proposal and Program / Project Management development. In addition, Candidate will mentor Capture and Proposal Teams to prepare for and ensure solicitation response quality to maximize award success in multiple markets. *** Applicants must be able to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance within reasonable time of hire. *** Daily Tasks: As a mentor and practicing expert on capture, proposal and program management, the Program and Capture Management Mentor will: * Manage the development, evolution and administration of Capture / Proposal and Program / Project Management training and tools for Market Teams and individuals * Stimulate Capture and Proposal Team activity within each market based on visibility of upcoming opportunities working with the Strategic Growth and Business Development Teams * Provide consultation and guidance to Market Capture and Proposal Teams regarding activities, tools and timing required for successful opportunity capture * Review Capture Plans and Proposal Plans for completeness and consistency, and provide advice regarding risks and opportunities to enhance the probability of success * Mentor and participate in Win Strategy, Win Theme development and Storyboarding to ensure Win Themes are applied consistently throughout a proposal * Perform checks in Color Reviews to ensure RFP compliance and theme application in the offering documents. Engage in out briefs and lessons learned to improve proposal quality * Advise regarding management of Color Reviews and be responsible for establishing purpose, engagement/review protocols, guidelines, templates and process improvements for each Color Review * Influence the evolution of global competitive proposal practices and tools from the pursuit decision through contract award. This includes driving a consistent framework for the Strategy, Pre-Proposal, Proposal and Post Submittal phases of the business capture process * Implement process improvements based on feedback regarding competitive capture lessons learned and customer post-award out-briefs / feedback regarding proposal quality * Initiate process improvement initiatives and implement best practices to ensure continued improvement and capture / proposal cost reduction * Collaborate with Talent Management to identify potential personnel in each market to perform key capture and proposal roles on up-coming opportunities Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree * Minimum of 10 years of Capture / Proposal / Program Management experience * Experienced Capture / Proposal Manager for substantial competitive pursuits with technical content * Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute effectively to achieve short- and long-term objectives * Demonstrated superior communication (oral, written, presentation) skills * Demonstrated strength in managing relationships at all levels of an organization, both internal and external * Passion to succeed and achieve business results with a strong sense of accountability and ownership * Strong Leadership / Management / Mentorship skills * Proficient in Microsoft Office applications * Ability to obtain a US Secret security clearance * Possess or have the ability to acquire and maintain a valid passport Preferred Qualifications: * Association of Proposal Management Professional (APMP) affiliation / certification or equivalent * Comprehensive understanding of the Shipley Business Development Process, APMP Body of Knowledge (BOK) or equivalent * Experienced Program / Project Manager on DoD ACAT I Programs (or equivalent complex programs on major platforms for defense customers) * Project Management Institute (PMI) certification (PMP or PgMP) or equivalent * Experienced with development and delivery of capture, proposal and program management training * Understanding of Federal Government contracting and defense acquisition practices with the ability to successfully interpret and respond to competitive RFPs * Understanding of the acquisition life cycle phases of Federal Government contracts and programs; familiarity with the Government task order and RFP development process, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements, and proposal evaluation. US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT: This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens. NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT: No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third-party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.