Capture Manager

Job overview

The Capture Manager is an onsite role based in Oneida, NY, with a salary range of $165,700 - $223,800 per year. This position supports the Surveillance Systems Division, contributing to Saab's mission of keeping nations and society safe through advanced defense technology. The role exists to identify, develop, and capture strategic business opportunities within the airborne portfolio. The Capture Manager works closely with cross-functional teams to build winning strategies, manage customer relationships, and drive long-term growth for the organization.

What you'll do

• Lead capture strategy and execution for strategic airborne business opportunities within the U.S.
• Identify, qualify, and develop new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with military, government, industry, and contractor stakeholders.
• Develop winning capture plans.
• Partner with engineering, product management, contracts, and program teams to align solutions with customer requirements.
• Support proposal development, negotiations, and contract award activities.
• Monitor market trends and competitor positioning to inform growth strategies.
• Achieve portfolio growth objectives including bookings, revenue, and pipeline targets.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

oneida ny

defense

aerospace

capture management

secret clearance

airborne systems

business development

$165k-$223k

onsite

no on-call

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k) with employer contributions, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, student loan assistance, wellness resources, and employee stock purchase opportunities.

Why this role

Requires 8+ years of experience in defense, aerospace, business development, or capture management. Must possess or be eligible for an active Secret security clearance. Experience with Airborne Early Warning (AEW) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) is preferred.

About the employer

Saab is hiring for this role. Industry: Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing. Sector: 33.