Business Development Air Force Acquisition Senior Account Executive

Amentum invites a senior business development leader to expand our footprint with the U.S. Air Force. This remote-friendly role is based in Richmond, VA, with a preference for candidates in the Albuquerque area. The position carries a competitive annual compensation of USD 150,000 to 200,000 and offers a pathway to shape opportunities and drive growth across DoD programs, leveraging deep Air Force relationships to advance our mission.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

What we're looking for

• Well connected strategic growth leader with strong relationships across the U.S. Air Force
• Demonstrated success developing and shaping opportunities before formal solicitations are released
• Deep understanding of Air Force acquisition, budgeting, and mission priorities
• Experience building trusted relationships with senior government and industry stakeholders
• Ability to influence strategy and identify where an organization should invest for future growth

Highly desired experience

• Candidates with strong connections in the Albuquerque, New Mexico market are especially encouraged
• Experience supporting the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center and the Air Force Research Laboratory is highly desirable
• Background in infrastructure, engineering, facilities, modernization, research, or mission support within these organizations, with current relationships and recent engagement across these communities strongly preferred

Requirements

• 12+ years of USAF, USSF, or DoD Acquisition and or Program Management experience, with at least 5 years supporting USAF programs
• Extensive experience with DoD and IC government organizations
• Demonstrated ability to execute the business development function with little or no supervision
• Ability to assess the competitive field, including all evaluation factors, both price and non-price
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance

Compensation details

Salary range: $150,000–$200,000 per year