Proposal Solution Architect (Electronic Warfare)

CACI; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking an experienced Senior Solution Architect to lead end-to-end technical solution development for DoD EW, Cyber, and Systems Engineering opportunities. You will own the process from customer engagement to proposal submission and transition to execution.

You will lead cross-functional teams and translate requirements into executable architectures, staffing plans, and compelling proposal content, while mentoring others and supporting both classified and unclassified proposals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in solution architecture, systems engineering, or technical leadership for DoD or IC programs.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field.
• Proven success leading technical solution development for large Federal capture and proposal efforts ($100M+ TCV preferred).
• Experience translating requirements into technical architectures and proposal content.
• Authoring or leading technical proposal volumes for large Federal acquisitions.
• Strong communication, leadership, and customer engagement skills.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end technical solution development for capture and proposal efforts.
• Develop differentiated solutions across EW, Cyber, Systems, Mission Engineering, Platform Integration, C5ISR, AI/ML, and Software Integration.
• Translate customer requirements into executable architectures, staffing strategies, and proposal content.
• Lead cross-functional teams across BD, Capture, Engineering, Proposal, Pricing, and Product Management.
• Evaluate technologies, conduct trade studies, and develop discriminators for competitive positioning.
• Support classified and unclassified proposals ensuring technical quality and compliance.
• Represent EW capabilities through customer engagements, briefings, white papers, demos, and strategy sessions.
• Mentor other Solution Architects and contribute to proposal reviews.

Skills

Solution architecture

Systems engineering

Technical leadership

DoD/IC program experience

Proposal development

Customer engagement

Leadership & communication

Security clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/Systems Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Proposal Solution Architect (Electronic Warfare) Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel: Local* * *

The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking an experienced Senior Solution Architect to lead technical solution development for strategic Department of Defense Electronic Warfare (EW), Cyber, and Systems Engineering opportunities. In this role, you will own the end-to-end solution development process, from customer engagement and opportunity shaping through proposal submission and transition to execution. You'll work alongside Business Development, Capture, Engineering, and Proposal teams to develop innovative, mission-focused solutions that leverage CACI's products, technologies, and engineering expertise to solve our customers' most challenging problems.

The position could work out of our locations in Sterling, VA; Chantilly, VA; Annapolis Junction, MD.

What You’ll Get to Do:

• Lead end-to-end technical solution development for strategic capture and proposal efforts.
• Develop differentiated solutions across EW, Cyber, Systems Engineering, Mission Engineering, Platform Integration, C5ISR, AI/ML, and Software Integration.
• Translate customer requirements into executable technical architectures, implementation approaches, staffing strategies, and proposal content.
• Lead cross-functional teams spanning Business Development, Capture, Engineering, Proposal, Pricing, and Product Management.
• Evaluate technologies, conduct trade studies, and develop technical discriminators that improve competitive positioning.
• Support both classified and unclassified proposals while ensuring technical quality, compliance, and consistency.
• Represent CACI's EW capabilities through customer engagements, technical briefings, white papers, demonstrations, and strategy sessions.
• Mentor other Solution Architects and contribute to proposal reviews and technical solution assessments.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• 10+ years of solution architecture, systems engineering, or technical leadership experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community programs.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Demonstrated success leading technical solution development for large Federal capture and proposal efforts ($100M+ TCV preferred).
• Experience developing solutions involving one or more of the following: EW, Cyber, Systems or Mission Engineering, C5ISR, Platform Integration, AI/ML, Hardware/Software Integration
• Ability to translate customer requirements (PWS, SOO, CONOPS, etc.) into compelling technical solutions.
• Experience authoring or leading technical proposal volumes for large Federal acquisitions.
• Strong communication, leadership, and customer engagement skills.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting Army, USSOCOM, Air Force, Navy, DARPA, DIU, or other defense organizations.
• Knowledge of RF systems, EMSO, SIGINT, C-UxS, or mission systems integration.
• Familiarity with MBSE, Agile/DevSecOps, AI/ML, and Modular Open Systems Architecture (MOSA/SOSA).
• Experience with GSA FEDSIM/AAS or other major DoD acquisition organizations.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CIAC values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$114,600-$252,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.