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Business Development & Capture Lead (DoD Domain | Remote)

Roles & Responsibilities

  • 5+ years of experience in federal business development or capture management
  • Proven track record leading multi-million-dollar pursuits
  • Deep familiarity with Air Force acquisition and the broader DoD ecosystem
  • Comfortable discussing technical solutions like DevSecOps, AI/ML, cloud architecture, and cybersecurity
  • Experienced with CRM and pipeline tools

Requirements:

  • Lead the full capture lifecycle from discovery to award
  • Partner with executive team to shape growth initiatives
  • Develop win themes and orchestrate proposals
  • Build relationships with DoD and Air Force decision-makers
  • Represent Rackner at customer sessions and industry events
  • Mentor the next generation of the BD organization

Job description

Business Development & Capture Lead (DoD Domain | Remote)

Locations: Washington, DC | San Antonio, TX | Boston, MA
Clearance: Eligible for DoD Security Clearance (Top Secret preferred)
Travel: Occasional – customer meetings, conferences, and team strategy sessions

Embark on the Next Chapter of Your Career

  • Rackner is not just another consultancy – it’s where mission meets innovation.
  • We’re looking for a Business Development & Capture Lead ready to chart new territory across the DoD and Air Force landscape, drive meaningful impact, and grow alongside a company that’s redefining how modern missions are delivered.
  • If you thrive on autonomy, love the thrill of pursuit, and take pride in securing wins that matter, this is your opportunity to lead from the front.

Your Mission

  • Lead the full capture lifecycle – from discovery to award – creating and executing strategies that win.
  • Partner directly with Rackner’s executive team to shape growth initiatives and influence national-level contracts.
  • Develop win themes, orchestrate proposals, and build strategic alliances that position Rackner for success.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with DoD and Air Force decision-makers to shape acquisition requirements.
  • Represent Rackner at customer sessions, industry events, and internal strategy offsites.
  • Grow with the role – today you’ll operate as a solo capture lead, tomorrow you’ll help build and mentor the next generation of our BD organization.

Who You Are

  • 5+ years of experience in federal business development or capture management (DoD experience preferred).
  • Proven track record leading multi-million-dollar pursuits from concept through award.
  • Deep familiarity with Air Force acquisition and the broader DoD ecosystem.
  • Comfortable discussing technical solutions such as DevSecOps, AI/ML, cloud architecture, and cybersecurity.
  • Experienced with CRM and pipeline tools (Monday.com, Deltek GovWin, Salesforce).
  • Self-starter who values ownership, speed, and measurable results.

Why Rackner

  • Rackner is a hypergrowth software consultancy building cloud-native, secure, and AI-powered solutions for startups, enterprises, and the public sector.
  • We’ve earned over $30 million in recent federal awards, recognition from the U.S. Air Force and State Department, and a reputation for engineering what others call impossible – from DevSecOps platforms to AI at scale.
  • Here you’ll find the balance of autonomy, prestige, and impact, working alongside leaders who value initiative and trust.

Benefits & Professional Growth

Rackner invests in its people – because when you grow, we all win.

  • Career development and full certification cost coverage (APMP, AWS, Azure, PMP, and more)
  • Clear advancement tracks and future leadership opportunities
  • 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Home-office equipment plan and remote work support
  • Fitness and wellness reimbursement
  • Weekly pay schedule and modern perks, including team events and an inclusive culture

Your Future Starts Here

  • At Rackner, you won’t just chase contracts – you’ll shape missions, define markets, and build a career that grows as fast as our company.
  • Join us to help build what’s next for defense innovation.

 

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