Defense Solutions Architect & Proposals Lead

VTG Defense; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

VTG Defense in Virginia Beach seeks a Solutions Architect to deliver end-to-end defense and intelligence solutions. You will translate customer requirements into architectures, design proposals, and cost estimation, guiding cross-functional teams through capture activities.

You will mentor junior team members, stay current with industry trends, and collaborate with clients and operations to ensure seamless delivery of innovative solutions and successful proposals.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of Defense/Intelligence experience with focus on business and proposal development.
• Bachelor's in CS/Engineering; Master's preferred.
• Expertise in Cloud migration, IT, Systems Engineering and Integration, and software development.
• Strong understanding of government RFP processes and defense/intelligence proposals.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills for cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer requirements into technical solutions.
• Design end-to-end solutions for Defense/Intelligence proposals meeting RFP specs.
• Lead the development of technical proposals, including design, implementation approach, and cost estimation.
• Provide technical guidance to the Business Development team throughout capture and proposal.
• Assess existing systems to identify improvements and develop innovative solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in defense and intelligence domains.
• Work with clients to address technical challenges and present benefits of proposed solutions.
• Collaborate with operations to ensure seamless implementation and delivery.
• Mentor junior team members within BD and innovation teams.

Skills

Solutions architecture

Proposal development

Cloud migration

Systems engineering

Data security

Government RFP processes

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

VTG Defense in Virginia Beach seeks a Solutions Architect to deliver end-to-end defense and intelligence solutions. You will translate customer requirements into architectures, design proposals, and cost estimation, guiding cross-functional teams through capture activities.

You will mentor junior team members, stay current with industry trends, and collaborate with clients and operations to ensure seamless delivery of innovative solutions and successful proposals.