Capture Manager, Aerospace

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SWIFT ENGINEERING, INC.

Occupation:

Aerospace Engineers

Location:

San Clemente, CA

• 92673

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

10/22/2025 Positions available: 1

Source:

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Web Site:

CalJOBS Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

03/16/2026

Expires:

08/14/2026 Job #: 19826509 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Education Bachelor's Degree Experience 36 Month(s) Language English, Very Well Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Benefits Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.

Description Description:

The Aerospace Capture Manager is responsible for leading the development and execution of capture strategies to win new business in the aerospace sector. This role involves identifying opportunities, shaping customer requirements, building winning proposals, and managing cross-functional teams through the capture lifecycle—from opportunity identification to contract award.

FLSA Status:

Exempt Reports to:

General Manager, Design and Manufacturing Salary:

$105,000 to $135,000

Purpose:

 Swift Engineering is uniquely positioned in the marketplace to provide both Product Development and Manufacturing products and services, specializing in advanced composites. The Technical Sales Engineer promotes the services of the business by combining their technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Capture Strategy & Execution

• Lead capture efforts for high-value aerospace programs (defense, commercial, or space).
• Develop and execute capture plans, win strategies, and customer engagement plans.
• Analyze customer needs, competitor positioning, and market trends to shape offerings. Customer Engagement
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings. Proposal Leadership
• Oversee proposal development, including technical, management, and pricing volumes.
• Collaborate with engineering, finance, contracts, and operations to develop compelling proposals.
• Ensure compliance with RFP requirements and internal review processes.

Team Leadership Lead cross-functional capture teams, including operations, engineering, and program management. Facilitate team reviews and gate reviews throughout the capture process. Risk & Opportunity Management Identify and mitigate risks associated with capture efforts. Develop pricing strategies and business cases aligned with company goals. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field 3-5 years of experience in aerospace, defense, or government contracting Proven track record of leading successful capture efforts ranging up to $50M in value. Strong understanding of government procurement processes (e.g., FAR/DFARS, DoD acquisition). Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills. Ability to travel as needed (up to 25%). Preferred Skills

• PMP or Capture Management certification (e.g., Shipley).
• Experience with CRM tools and pipeline management (e.g., Salesforce, GovWin).
• Familiarity with manned and unmanned aerospace systems (e.

g., propulsion, avionics, structures). Must be "

US PERSON

" per ITAR requirements due to our contracts. Swift Engineering Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Employment with Swift Engineering Inc is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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Skills Preferred:

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WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Location :

Open shop and laboratory environment.

Protective Equipment Required:

Goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, aprons, gloves, safety harnesses, respirators, breathing equipment.

Potential Hazards:

Exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, airborne substances, materials identified on Material Safety Data Sheets, working on unprotected heights or around moving machinery. Periodic weekend or evening work is expected. Swift is an EOE This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Must be US Person per ITAR requirements due to our contracts.

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• 90% covered for Employees Vision Insurance
• 100% covered for Employees Dental Insurance
• 100% covered for Employees Life Insurance
• 100% covered by Swift, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.

401k with company match Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans. 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.

Family Planning & Parenting Support:

Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting. About Swift Engineering If you're passionate about engineering, innovation and making a difference, we invite you to join the Swift Engineering family. Together, we are shaping the future of aerospace and creating technologies that will change the world. The pay range for this role is: 45

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00 Hour Preferred Employer 6 weeks ago UAV Integration Technician We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on UAV Integration Technician to support the assembly, integration, maintenance, and flight readiness of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) within a fast-paced R D environment. This role is critical to ensuring our aircraft are properly built, integrated, and operational for ongoing development and flight test activities. The ideal candidate has strong practical experience working with UAV systems, is detail-oriented, and is comfortable operating both in a lab and in field test environments. Key Responsibilities UAV Assembly & Integration

• Perform mechanical and electrical integration of UAV platforms, including airframe, propulsion systems, avionics, and payloads
• Follow engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and integration procedures to support build activities
• Assist engineering teams with system installation, routing, and configuration Maintenance & Aircraft Readiness
• Conduct routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on UAV systems
• Ensure aircraft are flight-ready in accordance with internal processes and safety standards
• Track and document maintenance activities, discrepancies, and corrective actions Flight Test & Field Operations Support
• Support ground and flight test operations at test sites (e.g., Rabbit Lake, Spaceport, etc.)
• Perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections and system checks
• Assist with aircraft turnaround, troubleshooting, and launch/recovery activities Troubleshooting & Repairs
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and integration issues
• Support rapid troubleshooting in both lab and field environments
• Work closely with engineers to implement fixes and improvements Inventory & Hardware Management
• Assist with tracking and organizing components, tools, and spare parts
• Support procurement and logistics for integration and test activities
• Maintain clean, organized workspaces and integration areas Documentation & Process Support
• Follow and contribute to integration checklists, procedures, and best practices
• Support configuration tracking and documentation of system changes
• Provide feedback to improve integration and maintenance workflows Required Qualifications
• 2-6+ years of hands-on experience in UAV, aerospace, robotics, or similar hardware environments
• Strong experience with mechanical assembly and electrical integration
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Experience troubleshooting complex systems (mechanical and electrical)
• Willingness to travel and support field operations and flight testing Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace , Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Direct experience working with UAV platforms, autopilots, or avionics systems
• Familiarity with flight test operations and safety procedures
• Experience with composite airframes and lightweight structures
• Experience in R D, startup, or defense environments Key Traits for Success
• Highly hands-on and execution-focused
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship
• Able to work independently and take ownership of tasks
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Reliable and composed during field operations What We Offer
• Direct impact on UAV design and performance
• Close collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge unmanned aircraft systems Swift Engineering Benefits
• Medical Insurance
• 90% covered for Employees
• Vision Insurance
• 100% covered for Employees
• Dental Insurance
• 100% covered for Employees
• Life Insurance
• 100% covered by Swift, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• 401k with company match
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.

Family Planning & Parenting Support:

Fertility (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.

Working Conditions :

Indoor office environment This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. Swift is an EOE . Must be "US Person" per ITAR qualifications. General Requirements (Outer) Skills (Inner) Specialized (Center) 0% Occupation 0% Education 0% Work Experience 0% Location 0% Salary N/A Job Skills N/A Shift N/A Min. Age N/A Drivers Lic. N/A DL Endorsements N/A Typing N/A Security Clearance N/A Language This chart is used to compare your background against this job to help to determine if you would be a good fit for this position. You match 0% of the General Job Requirements. You match 0% of the Skills Required, and you match 0% of the Specialized Job Requirements. End of interactive chart. View Share See all jobs from

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