The Proposal and Capture Lead develops winning proposals for federal RFPs, coordinates with stakeholders, and refines capture strategies for government contracts.
About Code Metal:
Code Metal is redefining code translation for mission-critical industries, helping defense, automotive, and semiconductor partners move more quickly and reliably from algorithm to silicon. Code Metal’s government business is scaling fast, and we’re looking for a Capture Strategist to help us win the right contracts. This role focuses on federal RFPs, proposal development, and competitive strategy across DoD programs.
The Role:
You’ll translate technical innovation into compliant, compelling proposals that resonate with acquisition teams and drive measurable wins across Code Metal’s government portfolio. You will work closely with the business development and product and engineering teams, and lead on everything from identifying the right contract vehicle and program office to writing the winning proposal.
Responsibilities:
- Lead RFP response development and coordinate input across internal stakeholders
- Build pricing and proposal strategies aligned with Code Metal’s capabilities and differentiators
- Maintain templates, past performance data, and proposal libraries
- Partner with leadership to refine the capture strategy for future contracts
Why Code Metal?
- Mission with impact: be a part of delivering a provably correct AI technology against urgent government needs.
- Velocity: tight loops, tiny teams - pitch an idea in the morning, execute by evening.
- Ownership: no spectators - lead proposal and capture
- Growth: We went from a SBIR Phase 1 to a Phase 3 within 12 months and have line of sight on the far side of the valley of death.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (advanced preferred)
- 7+ years of capture or proposal management experience in defense or government contracting
- Proven track record of successful capture efforts—leading bids, shaping RFPs, and winning new contracts
- Strong understanding of federal RFPs, contract types, program offices, and teaming arrangements
- Excellent writing, organization, and project-management skills
- US Citizen required (clearance preferred)
- Remote OK
Benefits
- Pay depends on experience, but we strive to be at the upper end of the salary range
- Health care plan with 100% premium coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
- 401k with 5% matching.
- Paid Time Off (Uncapped Vacation, plus Sick & Public Holidays).
- Flexible hybrid or remote work arrangement.
- Relocation assistance for qualifying employees.
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