United States onlyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Capture Manager to lead business development and capture activities for the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) checkpoint and checked baggage programs. Primary focus will be Electronic Baggage Screening Program (EBSP) 2.0—the next-generation checked baggage screening modernization initiative.
The Capture Manager will be responsible for shaping the pursuit strategy, developing key customer relationships, and positioning the company for success in upcoming TSA, airport, and airline opportunities related to checked baggage and security screening technologies. This role requires a blend of business acumen, federal acquisition expertise, and deep understanding of TSA’s mission, processes, and procurement approach.
Responsibilities
- Essential functions—
- Develop and Execute Capture Strategy: Lead the full capture lifecycle from opportunity identification through proposal submission for EBSP 2.0 and related TSA/airport initiatives.
- Customer Engagement: Build and maintain trusted relationships with TSA program offices, contracting officers, airports, and airlines to anticipate needs and align solutions.
- Competitive Intelligence: Analyze market trends, competitor capabilities, and upcoming TSA/airport procurements to refine win strategies and value propositions.
- Teaming & Partnerships: Identify, evaluate, and negotiate teaming arrangements, partnerships, and subcontractor roles to strengthen proposal competitiveness.
- Solution Alignment: Work with engineering, product, and program teams to ensure technical offerings and service solutions align with TSA’s next-generation baggage screening requirements.
- Proposal Development: Collaborate with proposal and pricing teams to develop compliant, compelling, and differentiated proposals that address customer priorities.
- Internal Coordination: Coordinate with internal stakeholders—including executive leadership, operations, finance, and contracts—to ensure alignment on capture priorities and investments.
- Briefing & Reporting: Prepare capture status updates, gate reviews, and executive briefings for senior leadership.
Job duties to include but are not limited to;
- Collaborate with customers (airport authorities, airlines, TSA airport leadership) to understand operational requirements and translate them into tailored technical solutions
- Lead business development and capture strategies focused on checkpoint and checked baggage technology opportunities, including third-party gifting initiatives.
- Serve as the voice of the customer, shaping technical solutions to align with TSA requirements and influence procurement actions.
- Represent the company in engagements with Federal Security Directors (FSDs), Assistant FSDs (AFSDs), airport authorities, and airline partners to advance business objectives.
- Collaborate across departments to drive initiatives in open architecture, remote screening solutions, and detection system integration at checkpoints and in baggage areas.
- Provide input and strategic guidance on pilot programs, ensuring alignment with customer mission needs and future roadmap.
- Represent the company at tradeshows, industry events, stakeholder meetings, and TSA-hosted industry days to promote solutions and strengthen relationships.
Required :
- 7+ years of experience in business development, capture management, or program management supporting federal customers.
- Proven experience with TSA, DHS, or aviation security programs, ideally in baggage or checkpoint screening.
- Strong understanding of federal acquisition lifecycle, TSA procurement processes, and airport project environments.
- Demonstrated success leading complex capture efforts ($50M+).
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills across government and industry stakeholders
Preferred:
- Background in checked baggage systems, screening technologies, or airport infrastructure projects.
- Experience with prime contractor capture efforts on TSA EBSP or similar programs.
- Knowledge of airline and airport operations, including baggage handling systems (BHS).
- Active or previous DHS/TSA security clearance a plus.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering or related field (MBA or equivalent experience preferred)
We offer…
Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.
Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.
Smiths Detection is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity PostersIf you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email hr-1@smiths-detection.com.
The compensation for this position ranges from $84,000 - $126,000/yr and will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills, job-related knowledge, and experience. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions. Smiths Detection provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply.
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We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
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We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)
Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place.
Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.
Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.
This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.
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