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Air Force Materiel Command

$35 - $37/hr

Provides administrative oversight, supervision, and management. Exercises direct supervision over the Air Force Marathon Race Director, Space Force Race Director, and all Functional Directors. Within ...

Air Force Materiel Command

$33 - $36/hr

Reports to the AFM Programs Director on plans, development, and management of the Air Force ... Collaborates with Functional Directors to plan and secure necessary personnel and resources for ...

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As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for functional manager air force in the United States is $82,286.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,500.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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The role of a Functional Manager in the Air Force can be demanding due to the need to oversee complex operations, manage personnel, and ensure mission readiness. It requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations, often involving long hours and accountability for critical functions.
Infographic showing various Functional Manager Air Force job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,286 per year, or $39.6 per hour.
Lead Capture Manager - Air Force with Security Clearance

Lead Capture Manager - Air Force with Security Clearance

Zachary Piper Solutions, LLC

Hampton, VA • Hybrid

$180K - $250K/yr

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Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Lead Capture Manager - Air Force to support a company focused on delivering advanced AI, cybersecurity, cloud, and digital transformation solutions across the Department of Defense. This position is hybrid in Tysons, VA. The Lead Capture Manager - Air Force will lead and own strategic capture efforts across either DHS portfolios, driving opportunity shaping, customer engagement, and proposal execution for high-value pursuits. This role directly supports mission-critical modernization efforts impacting national defense. Responsibilities for the Lead Capture Manager - Air Force include: * Partner with the BD Executive to identify, qualify, and prioritize strategic Air Force opportunities aligned to mission and growth objectives
* Lead the full capture lifecycle for complex pursuits, from early shaping through proposal submission
* Develop and execute capture strategies aligned with service-specific mission needs, funding timelines, and acquisition pathways
* Build and manage cross-functional capture teams including BD, solutioning, proposal, pricing, contracts, recruiting, and delivery
* Cultivate trusted relationships with Air Force decision-makers and key industry partners while driving competitive analysis, win themes, and differentiated value propositions Required Qualifications for the Lead Capture Manager - Air Force include: * 10+ years of Capture Management experience within the Defense market supporting Air Force customers
* Demonstrated success winning complex full-and-open or large small-business opportunities
* Hands-on capture experience with direct ownership of opportunity shaping, customer meetings, and capture portfolio management
* Deep understanding of federal acquisition processes and contract vehicles (IDIQs, GWACs, BPAs, OTAs)
* Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree and/or Shipley certification preferred
* Active or eligible to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance
* Prior military service within the last 10 years (Army or Air Force strongly preferred)
* Experience in mid-sized firms where capture managers personally run captures rather than handing work off Compensation for the Lead Capture Manager - Air Force include: * Salary Range: $180,000 - $250,000, depending on experience
* Full Benefits Package #LI-ER1 #LI-HYBRID Keywords: Lead Capture Manager, Air Force Capture, Capture, TS SCI, Defense Capture Management, DoD Business Development, Strategic Capture, Proposal Management, Federal Capture, AI Defense, Cybersecurity Defense, Cloud Solutions, Digital Transformation, Tysons VA

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