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Head of Capture and Proposal

Applied Intuition
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

About Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is a vehicle software supplier that accelerates the adoption of safe and intelligent machines worldwide. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition delivers the AI-powered ADAS / AD toolchain, vehicle platform, and autonomy stack to help customers shorten time to market, build high-quality systems, and create next-generation consumer experiences. 18 of the top 20 global automakers trust Applied Intuition's solutions to drive the production of modern vehicles. Applied Intuition serves the automotive, trucking, construction, mining, agriculture, and defense industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices in Ann Arbor and Detroit, MI, Washington, D.C., Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Seoul, and Tokyo. Learn more at appliedintuition.com.

Please note that we are an in-office company, which means the expectation is that you would come in to your Applied Intuition office 5 days a week.

About the role

We are looking for a Head of Capture and Proposal to join our fast-growing Defense Team.

As Head of Capture and Proposal - Defense, you will design and execute Applied Intuition's Defense capture and procurement process. You will have the unique opportunity to develop our capture and proposal approaches, and strategically shape the success strategy of a leading commercial technology company. You will also develop internal proposal management processes, drive capture strategy discussions, and help address some of the most "big picture" challenges the company is facing.

You will partner cross-functionally across Product, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Legal, Contracting, and Operations. This is a strategic and operational role that will directly enable revenue growth.

At Applied Intuition, you will :

  • Monitor and identify Defense-related solicitations (e.g., RWP, RFI, RFQ) of interest to the Defense Business Development Team
  • Help design and implement capture strategy for new customer acquisition through market research, competitor analysis, collaboration with BD stakeholders, and external partnerships
  • Lead or support the drafting of compelling and compliant responses to Government Requests for White Papers, Information, Quotes, and Proposals, as well as market research materials that shape and win contracts
  • Collaborate across the Defense Business Development team to build and improve capture and proposal processes

We're looking for someone who has :

  • 15 years of experience in end-to-end capture and proposal management spanning all aspects of the acquisition lifecycle (including RFIs, RFPs, RFQs) related to the Department of Defense
  • Successful record of winning opportunities ranging from small task orders ($1M ) to large competitive proposals ( $200M )
  • Comprehensive knowledge of DoD procurement and the DFAR
  • Ability to think outside the box and beyond traditional capture and proposal strategies to meet goals
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams across an organization to execute complex capture strategies and proposal responses
  • A passion for building a deep understanding of mission software and autonomous systems applications for National Security and Defense
  • Nice to have :

  • Experience with complex mission software solutions in National Security and Defense
  • Experience with commercial and / or fixed-price business models
  • Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and / or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

    Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

    Please reference the job posting's subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is : $200,000 USD to $275,000 USD annually.

    Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

    Applicants will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable federal and state law. Applicants should be aware that for external-facing roles that involve close contact with Company employees or other third parties on the Company's premises, accommodations that involve remaining unvaccinated against COVID-19 may not be deemed reasonable. The Company will engage in the interactive process on an individualized basis taking into account the particular position.

    Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws.

    Salary : $200,000 - $275,000

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