Vice President of Growth

About Loft Federal

Loft Federal is committed to delivering the U.S. national security space community a fast, affordable, and streamlined pathway to orbit. As a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of Loft Orbital Solutions, Inc., we specialize in providing mission-ready space infrastructure with unmatched efficiency.

At Loft, we empower our team with autonomy, ownership, and bold problem‑solving opportunities while fostering a tight‑knit, supportive environment. We believe that diversity, inclusivity, and community are the foundation of an open and innovative culture. We value kind, collaborative, and mission‑driven teammates who excel in problem‑solving and communication—because great solutions come from great teams.

At Loft Federal, you will drive closing deals in the aerospace and defense sector, blending strategic capture management, proposal leadership, and data‑driven analysis to create innovative, winning solutions for government clients. Reporting directly to the President of Loft Federal, you will lead high‑value pursuits that directly support the U.S. Space Force, NRO, and major defense partners.

• Build and Lead a Capture and Proposal team
  • Manage the full capture and proposal lifecycle, from planning and execution to post‑submission analysis.
  • Build a capable and successful Capture team.
  • Develop and implement capture strategies aligned with client needs and competitive positioning.
  • Identify mission‑specific, best‑in‑class suppliers and negotiate teaming agreements.
  • Interpret solicitation requirements (e.g., SF33s, RFPs, TOPRs, RFIs) to ensure compliant, compelling proposals.
  • Lead post‑submission reviews to analyze outcomes and refine future strategies.
• Content and Development and Proposal Managements
  • Personally contribute and oversee the development of compliant, compelling, and technically sound proposals.
  • Write or edit major proposal sections (e.g., Management, Technical, Staffing).
  • Facilitate proposal meetings, including kick‑offs, brainstorming, and color team reviews.
  • Ensure strategic messaging, technical solutions, and win themes are integrated throughout proposals.
  • Drive accountability for proposal quality, compliance, and on‑time submission.
• Strategic Analysis and Competitive Intelligence
  • Maintain trusted relationships with key stakeholders across USSF, NRO, and Defense prime contractors.
  • Conduct market research and analyze client requirements, competitor landscapes, and legislative drivers.
  • Perform gap analyses, identify discriminators, and develop compelling themes to showcase our value.
  • Use data‑driven insights to develop price‑to‑win models and predictive analytics for proposal strategies.

• Active or recent Top Secret/SCI clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Proven, documented, track record capturing and winning federal contracts.
• Knowledge of federal procurement processes (FAR/DFARS) and DoD acquisition.
• Background in aerospace, defense, or intelligence, with bonus points for exposure to spacecraft or space system life cycles.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence across technical and executive teams.
• 15+ years of relevant experience in the Space Industry.

• Opportunity to shape capture strategies on mission‑critical programs.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and impact.
• Compensation:
  Base salary of $200,000 – $250,000, plus performance variable, plus equity component.

Per Colorado law, we are required to disclose the base compensation range for this role. This range is intentionally wide as we assess individuals based on their unique abilities and experience to find the best fit for our needs. Ultimately, your compensation will be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, you will find a truly remarkable culture guided by transparency and collaboration and work that is challenging and meaningful. We can't wait to meet you and see what you may add to our team!

Salary Range: $200,000 – $250,000 USD

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