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Sabel Systems Technology Solutions, LLC is a leading solution provider and rapidly growing Information and Communications Technology Company specializing in innovative and agile Digital Engineering and Acquisition Technical Stack design, implementation, and support, Strategy and Policy Development, Financial Management, Software Solutions Development, Requirements Analysis and Training, to name a few. Our client base is mostly in the DoD Federal Government Contracting space and we also partner with prime Government Contractors such as Siemens, Booz Allen, McKinsey and have work in the commercial space as well. We provide clients with large business opportunities and training within our small business agility and people first culture. You will be joining a dynamic and highly motivated team with one goal: "Get quality and secure solutions in the customers hands as soon as possible”.

The Capture Manager is a senior leader responsible for shaping, driving, and winning strategic business opportunities across Sabel Systems’ federal and defense portfolios. This role leads the full capture lifecycle from early pipeline identification through proposal submission. This person ensures competitive positioning, customer engagement, solution development, pricing strategy, and cross-functional coordination. The ideal candidate brings a proven record of winning complex engineering contracts, strong customer relationships, and the ability to guide teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. 

• Lead capture efforts for priority opportunities, including opportunity qualification, win strategy development, competitive analysis, and solution shaping.
• Develop and execute comprehensive capture plans aligned to Sabel Systems’ business goals and growth targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government customers, industry partners, and key stakeholders to inform strategy and teaming.
• Conduct competitive assessments, price-to-win analysis, risk evaluation, and differentiation strategies.
• Oversee and coordinate capture-related activities with Business Development, Operations, Solutions Architects, Pricing, and Proposal teams.
• Drive gate reviews, readiness assessments, and management briefings, ensuring alignment and executive support.
• Lead teaming strategy, including identification, negotiation, and management of partners, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Develop customer call plans, influence customer requirements, and ensure the solution aligns with mission needs.
• Support proposal development by shaping technical, management, and pricing volumes to reflect the capture strategy.
• Track, report, and forecast capture progress, resource needs, and expected outcomes.
   

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Management, or related field; Master’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in federal contracting with at least 4 years in capture management.
• Demonstrated success leading and winning captures over $25M+ (or size relevant to company scale).
• Strong understanding of federal acquisition processes, RFP/solicitation structures, and competitive procurements.
• Experience supporting DoD, USAF, DHA, or other relevant mission areas depending on Sabel Systems’ portfolio.
• Proven ability to build relationships at senior levels within government and industry.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with price-to-win, competitive analysis, and solution shaping.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and leadership capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in digital engineering, systems engineering, model-based engineering, analytics, or advanced technology domains.
• Established network within DoD agencies aligned to Sabel Systems’ markets.
• Formal training in capture management (Shipley or equivalent).
• Active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one.

Our Core Values

• Bias for Action: Decisive. Purposeful. Agile. We move with the speed of relevance to drive impact and progress.
• Integrity: Respect. Ethics. Transparency. We do what’s right and earn lasting trust.
• Delivery Excellence: Customer-obsessed. Mission-focused. Quality-driven. We deliver innovative outcomes that exceed expectations.

Our EVP Promise
Join Sabel Systems, where your contributions drive impact, your growth is continuously supported, and your well-being is at the center of how we work—so together, we can build the future with purpose. “Rewarding Impact. Building Futures Together.”

Compensation

Compensation will be determined in partnership with the Hiring Manager and may vary based on factors such as contract and labor category alignment, relevant experience, skills, education, certifications or licenses, and geographic location.

Sabel Systems is committed to offering all employees a competitive benefits and compensation package that is comprehensive enough to meet their goals and needs. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and one of Sabel Systems largest financial investments is our benefits program. As a valued member of the organization, employees are provided with a host of benefits to include healthcare; financial assistance in the event of illness, injury, disability, loss of work, or death; health savings accounts; retirement plans; paid time off; paid holidays; education and training program reimbursement, to name a few.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sabel Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business need. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind across all employment practices within our organization. Sabel Systems participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

Reasonable Accommodation

Sabel Systems is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and ensuring an accessible application process for all candidates. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process are encouraged to contact us at recruiting@sabelsystems.com for assistance.