ORA_REMOTE Description SAIC is seeking a Senior Business Development Leader to drive growth across the Wright-Patterson AFB (WPAFB) and Dayton, OH market. As a key member of our Air Force, Space & Intelligence Business Group, you will own the WPAFB growth strategy, build senior-level relationships, and shape opportunities across AFMC, AFLCMC, AFRL, the Rapid Sustainment Office (RSO), and C2/ISR mission portfolios. Candidates will work closely with the Department of the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office (DAFRCO) to drive business focused on the strategic integration of advanced Command and Control (C2) and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) programs. This position supports rapid acquisition and exquisite capabilities and focuses on initiatives to grow SAIC's presence within the DAFRCO systems that push the boundaries of modern defense capability. What You'll Do Own and execute a comprehensive WPAFB growth strategy spanning mission focused IT technologies, C2 modernization, and ISR systems integration Build and sustain trusted relationships with senior leaders across
AFMC HQ, AFLCMC
PAEs, AFRL, RSO, and C2/ISR program offices Identify, qualify, and manage a robust 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 Qualifications We are seeking a results-oriented, innovative, and collaborative leader with a proven track record of business development success.
Candidates should demonstrate the following:
What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of defense-focused experience, including C2 and/or ISR programs; advanced degrees, CISSP, or CISM highly valued Deep knowledge of
AFMC, AFRL
missions, structures, and acquisition strategies, including SAP program awareness Technical fluency across Cloud, AI/ML, Zero Trust, IAM/PAM, SOC/SIEM/SOAR, cybersecurity, C2 architectures, and ISR data pipelines Strong command of DoD acquisition pathways — OTAs, CSOs, Software Acquisition Pathways, and BAAs Established, senior-level relationships across the WPAFB AOR and C2/ISR communities Active Top Secret clearance required; TS/SCI preferred Why SAIC? Join a team shaping the future of national defense at the intersection of enterprise technology, C2, ISR, and mission-critical innovation. If you're ready to make a lasting impact at one of the nation's most strategically important defense installations — we want to hear from you.
Target salary range:
$160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
