Capture Manager � Science & Technology Programs

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Capture Manager to support the U.S. Navys Science and Technology (S&T) this role you will directly support the S&T Lead in shaping acquisition strategies aligning technical requirements with programmatic objectives and advancing initiatives through the acquisition lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings a strong acquisition background and demonstrated experience working within Navy or DoD program environments particularly at the Program Executive Office (PEO) or Systems Command (SYSCOM) level. Familiarity with C4I engineering concepts and technical stakeholder coordination is preferred. This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and is located onsite in San Diego CA.

Established in 2002 The Marlin Alliance is seeking to hire highly skilled individuals to support mission critical projects within the Navy. We are looking for motivated individuals to lead and support digital transformation data science and analytics and automation projects for variety of Navy clients. Individuals must be able to function in a fast-paced work environment and able to adapt quickly to rapidly changing requirements and technologies. Using your comprehensive knowledge of various technologies you will design develop and implement solutions to support Navy mission owners in their digital transformation journey.

* Location: San Diego CA
* Clearance Required: Top Secret / SCI Eligible
* Client: U.S. Navy Systems Command
* Worksite: Government Site (On-Site)
* Employment Type: Full-Time
* Salary Range: $110000 $170000

Key Responsibilities

• Support the S&T Lead in shaping and coordinating capture strategies for emerging Navy S&T initiatives.

• Assist in identifying capability gaps and aligning them with relevant acquisition pathways and funding opportunities.

• Track and analyze technical requirements schedules and documentation relevant to pre-award and early acquisition phases.

• Prepare and contribute to acquisition-related deliverables such as Statements of Work (SOWs) Performance Work Statements (PWS) Acquisition Strategies and Request for Information (RFI) inputs.

• Coordinate with technical and program stakeholders including government labs industry partners and internal Navy offices to ensure alignment with capture goals.

• Provide acquisition planning support across a portfolio of projects with attention to funding timelines documentation milestones and risk mitigation.

• Support strategic communications and briefings to senior Navy leadership and external stakeholders.

• Maintain awareness of relevant DoD S&T efforts (e.g. ONR DARPA OUSDR&E) to inform portfolio strategy and engagement planning.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in DoD acquisition including program planning documentation or capture support.

• Direct experience supporting a Navy Program Executive Office (PEO) Systems Command (SYSCOM) or S&T-focused organization.

• Proven ability to coordinate across technical acquisition and leadership stakeholders.

• Strong writing communication and organizational skills.

• Active TS/SCI clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.

Desired Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with C4I engineering principles and systems.

• Understanding of the Navys S&T ecosystem including ONR DARPA and OUSD(R&E).

• Ability to synthesize technical information and shape it into actionable acquisition strategies.

• Experience preparing early acquisition artifacts such as RFIs SOWs and draft RFP inputs.

• Comfort operating in a dynamic multi-stakeholder environment with shifting priorities.

• Professional demeanor and proven track record of effective support to senior government clients.

Work Environment and Mental/Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions absent undue hardships.

• Must be able to perform work in a stationary position at a minimum of 50% of the time.

• Must have the ability to operate computer and other office productivity machinery consistently during work hours.

• Must have the ability to communicate exchange and review information and ideas in an in-person or virtual setting through the use of online tools and available communication mediums.

• Occasional movement or traversing of ones environment may be required.

• Constant use of mental alertness.

• Frequent work under deadlines.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position as deemed necessary

Job Classification:
Associate II
$110000 - $170000

Disclaimer:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully the incumbents will possess the skills aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge skills or abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise other than an at-will relationship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.