Naval Combat Systems BD Lead | Growth & Strategy

Saic; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC seeks a Business Developer to drive growth for Naval Surface Warfare Centers, supporting the US Navy portfolio in Crane, IN, with duties across PAEs and related sites. You will collaborate with capture managers, PMs, and SMEs to identify opportunities, shape strategies, and pursue wins while aligning with OTAs, CSOs, and rapid acquisition paths.

Ideal candidates will have deep naval domain understanding, strong relationship-building capabilities, and a growth mindset to advance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with extensive related experience (15+ years)
• Military/Navy program exposure or support background valued
• Familiarity with OTAs, CSOs, IDIQs, and pricing strategies would be a plus
• Strong communication skills and strategic mindset for growth initiatives

Responsibilities

• Lead Business Development efforts and collaborate with SMEs, PMs, and capture managers
• Build and maintain NSWC relationships and senior stakeholder engagement
• Identify, qualify, and pursue opportunities; contribute to price-to-win analyses
• Support pipeline health, capture planning, and color reviews with Proposal Manager/Director
• Develop differentiated win strategies and robust teaming approaches

Job description

SAIC seeks a Business Developer to drive growth for Naval Surface Warfare Centers, supporting the US Navy portfolio in Crane, IN, with duties across PAEs and related sites. You will collaborate with capture managers, PMs, and SMEs to identify opportunities, shape strategies, and pursue wins while aligning with OTAs, CSOs, and rapid acquisition paths.

Ideal candidates will have deep naval domain understanding, strong relationship-building capabilities, and a growth mindset to advance