Strategic Defense BD Leader — C2/ISR & IT Growth

SAIC; Ohio; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Senior Business Development Leader to drive growth around Wright-Patterson AFB and the Dayton, OH market. You will own the WPAFB growth strategy, build senior-level relationships, and shape opportunities across AFMC, AFRL, and related portfolios.

You will lead strategy development for C2, ISR, and defense IT, engage senior government leaders, and guide capture and proposal activities. A TS clearance is required, and advanced degrees or CISSP/CISM are valued.

Qualifications

• Requires 15+ years defense-focused BD experience including C2/ISR programs.
• Active Top Secret clearance required; TS/SCI preferred.
• Deep knowledge of AFMC/AFRL missions, structures, and acquisition strategies.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute WPAFB growth strategy spanning mission IT, C2 modernization, and ISR systems integration.
• Build senior-level relationships with AFMC HQ, AFLCMC PAEs, AFRL, RSO, and C2/ISR program offices.
• Identify, qualify, and manage an opportunity pipeline across defense IT, R&D, and multi-domain mission areas.
• Shape requirements and acquisition strategies through early customer engagement.
• Lead competitive assessments, price-to-win strategies, and proposal development.
• Represent SAIC at key community events as a thought leader in C2, ISR, and mission-focused IT technologies.

Skills

Defense-focused BD

C2/ISR programs

Senior-level relationships

Cloud/AI/Zero Trust

DoD acquisition pathways

Clearance: TS

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree(s) valued

CISSP or CISM valued

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Senior Business Development Leader to drive growth around Wright-Patterson AFB and the Dayton, OH market. You will own the WPAFB growth strategy, build senior-level relationships, and shape opportunities across AFMC, AFRL, and related portfolios.

You will lead strategy development for C2, ISR, and defense IT, engage senior government leaders, and guide capture and proposal activities. A TS clearance is required, and advanced degrees or CISSP/CISM are valued.