Capture Manager

Scout Space•Reston, VA

1d•$110,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Scout is building a new way to see and operate in space: with a new paradigm of data empowering every satellite to make space safer. We are a rapidly growing team; we are deploying real solutions to orbit over the next 2 years; and our work will transform the face of spaceflight. We are looking for people who bring excitement and energy to our organization, are curious and eager to learn, and want to help drive our programs forward. Scout Space is seeking a dynamic, organized, and driven Capture Manager to join our expanding team. As a company at the forefront of space domain awareness (SDA), optical sensing payloads, and on-orbit autonomy, Scout is looking for an individual capable of independently owning complex captures and proposals while serving as the primary liaison between business development and technical teams to develop mission-aligned solutions. The Capture Manager will be responsible for leading the end-to-end capture process—from early opportunity shaping through proposal submission—while establishing and scaling companywide processes to ensure consistent success in capturing new business.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline
5+ years of experience in capture management, engineering, business development, or leading technical proposals within aerospace, defense, or similar advanced technology sectors
Background supporting government and/or commercial space customers, including experience working directly with federal agencies or prime contractors
Proven track record of leading or playing a key role in complex capture efforts, technical proposal volumes, or large-scale submissions
Solid knowledge of spacecraft systems, payloads, or broader mission architectures
Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and translate them into compelling, mission-focused proposals and value propositions
Experience leading cross-functional collaboration and driving schedules across engineering, product, and business teams in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust quickly as requirements evolve
Exceptional attention to detail, particularly in developing clear, accurate, and technically sound proposal content
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work seamlessly across technical and non-technical teams
Comfortable operating in a dynamic, high-growth environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines

Nice To Haves

Experience in satellite manufacturing or related aerospace, defense, or high-tech industries
Experience in space domain awareness, national security space, or satellite systems
Familiarity with SSC, AFRL, NRO, SDA, or USSPACECOM customers
Experience capturing follow-on or production-scale opportunities
Existing relationships with government stakeholders, primes, and partners in the national security space ecosystem
Prior experience at a startup or high-growth aerospace/defense company
Active security clearance

Responsibilities

Lead capture strategy and execution for priority opportunities aligned with Scout’s SDA payloads and mission software
Analyze customer needs, mission requirements, and competitive landscape to shape and position opportunities early
Collaborate with engineering, product, and leadership teams to define mission architectures and technical solutions
Own development of compliant, compelling technical proposals and supporting materials
Translate Scout’s capabilities into clear, mission-relevant value propositions and win themes
Coordinate cross-functionally to align technical, pricing, and programmatic inputs
Engage with customers, partners, and industry stakeholders to strengthen positioning and relationships
Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to improve proposal competitiveness
Build and maintain reusable proposal content and capture best practices
Continuously refine capture processes to improve win rates and execution efficiency