Navy Defense BizDev Lead - Capture & Proposals

Waltonen; Norfolk (VA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off & Holidays

401K matching

Hybrid schedule after 90 days

Tuition reimbursement

FSAs

Disability insurance (short/long term)

Employee referral program

Voluntary benefit programs

Off-site events & luncheons

Job summary

Waltonen Engineering Inc. seeks a dynamic business development professional to lead capture and proposal management for major Navy initiatives.

The role focuses on collaborating with Navy stakeholders across NAVAIR, NAVSEA, NAVSUP, and MARCOR, driving opportunities, and mentoring teams to win large contracts. The candidate will report to the Director of Government Services, build strategies, oversee the full lifecycle, and ensure compliance with regulations while thriving in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Proven track record in leading and mentoring teams in capture and proposal management.
• Extensive experience with U.S. Navy initiatives and familiarity with Navy system commands (NAVAIR, NAVSEA, NAVSUP, MARCOR).
• Strong collaboration, influencing, and leadership skills; able to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Report to Director of Government Services
• Develop and implement business development strategies to achieve company goals within Navy system commands (NAVAIR, NAVSEA, NAVSUP, MARCOR)
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the Navy’s system commands
• Oversee the entire business development, capture, and proposal development lifecycle
• Collaborate with and influence diverse cross‑functional Navy stakeholders
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key Navy stakeholders and decision‑makers
• Prepare and present proposals, presentations, and other business development materials
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to identify potential opportunities
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards

Skills

Leadership in capture & proposal mgmt

Mentoring teams

Navy DON initiatives experience

Cross-functional collaboration with_NA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering or related field

Job description

Waltonen Engineering Inc. seeks a dynamic business development professional to lead capture and proposal management for major Navy initiatives.

The role focuses on collaborating with Navy stakeholders across NAVAIR, NAVSEA, NAVSUP, and MARCOR, driving opportunities, and mentoring teams to win large contracts. The candidate will report to the Director of Government Services, build strategies, oversee the full lifecycle, and ensure compliance with regulations while thriving in a fast-paced,