Aerospace Senior Strategic Product Technology & Capture Manager

Woodward, Inc.•Fort Collins, CO

11d•$114,000 - $211,000

About The Position

The Senior Strategic Product Technology & Capture Manager leads strategic business development initiatives to drive growth in existing and emerging aerospace and adjacent markets. The role combines technical expertise, market intelligence, product strategy, and capture leadership to develop and execute market strategies, identify business opportunities, shape technology investments, and lead pursuits from opportunity identification through proposal submission. The manager works across engineering, product management, marketing, and executive leadership to position solutions, strengthen customer relationships, and secure profitable growth. A strong understanding of aerospace systems, aerospace applications, and technology-driven product development is central to the role. The posting describes Level II and Level III compensation and typical qualifications. Estimated annual base pay is $114,000–$182,000 for Level II, with a midpoint of $148,000, and $132,000–$211,000 for Level III, with a midpoint of $171,000. Compensation may vary based on experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related factors. The position requires applicants to be U.S. Persons under ITAR/EAR or eligible to obtain required authorizations.

Requirements

Strong aerospace experience.
Engineering degree.
Level II candidates typically have at least 5 years of experience.
Level III candidates typically have at least 10 years of experience.
Flight control actuation background.
Hydraulic systems experience.
Applicants must be U.S. Persons under ITAR/EAR or eligible to obtain all required authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Proposal management and business capture experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute business development, market growth, and product technology strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
Assess market opportunities, customer needs, industry trends, and competitive landscapes to identify growth opportunities and inform strategic decisions.
Build and maintain customer relationships through technical expertise, market insight, and trusted partnership.
Lead capture planning and pursuit efforts, including opportunity qualification, customer assessments, win strategies, competitive analysis, pricing strategies, and proposal development.
Develop system-level solutions and proposals for new programs, leveraging existing technologies and identifying opportunities for innovative technology development.
Create value propositions, messaging, and positioning that communicate differentiated customer value.
Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams executing strategic pursuits, product launches, technology initiatives, and business growth programs.
Develop and communicate market intelligence, customer insights, competitive assessments, and strategic recommendations to leadership and pursuit teams.
Establish industry partnerships, strategic alliances, and stakeholder relationships to strengthen competitive positioning in aerospace and adjacent markets.
Collaborate with engineering and Chief Technology leadership to identify, evaluate, and prioritize research and development investments aligned with future market opportunities.
Oversee proposal development to ensure compliance, quality, and timely delivery.
Lead technical presentations, customer engagements, and executive reviews to communicate strategies, solutions, and value propositions.
Identify and guide exploratory studies and strategic initiatives that may develop into future business or technology opportunities.
Use data analytics and customer feedback to refine strategies, improve market positioning, and optimize business development effectiveness.

Benefits

Annual cash bonus opportunity for all members.
401(k) match of 4.5%.
Annual Woodward stock contribution of 5%.
Tuition reimbursement and training/professional development opportunities.
12 paid holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance upon date of hire.
Vacation, sick time, vacation buy-up, short-term disability, and bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption assistance.
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member life and AD&D coverage and long-term disability.
Member optional life coverage.
Member referral bonus.
Spouse/child optional life, optional AD&D, and healthcare and dependent care flexible spending.
Home and auto insurance discounts.
Whole life insurance, critical illness insurance, legal assistance, and military leave.