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Vice President, Solutions

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Astrion

22d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Product
  • Washington

AI generated summary

  • You need 15+ years in government services or GovTech, leadership in solution architecture, federal proposal experience, and strong executive communication skills.
  • You will define and manage solutions, drive prioritization, establish governance, capture lessons, support transitions, lead a team, ensure differentiation, and collaborate on innovation alignment.

Requirements

  • 15+ years of experience in government services, GovTech, defense, or aerospace
  • Demonstrated leadership in solution architecture, solution development, or productized services
  • Experience working within or alongside Innovation / IR&D organizations
  • Strong understanding of the federal capture and proposal lifecycle
  • Proven ability to translate technical capabilities into market-facing solutions
  • Experience driving a services-to-solutions transformation
  • Familiarity with solution lifecycle management, product management concepts, or platform strategies
  • Executive-level communication skills with technical, growth, and financial stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Define and own the company's solution portfolio, aligned to priority capabilities and markets
  • Translate innovation investments, IR&D outputs, and proven service offerings into formal solutions
  • Drive prioritization of which solutions to incubate, mature, scale, or retire.
  • Establish solution governance, including approval criteria for new solutions and changes to existing ones.
  • Drive reuse metrics and adoption of standard solutions across pursuits.
  • Capture lessons learned from wins and losses to continuously refine solution offerings.
  • Support clean post-award transitions so programs inherit well-defined, executable solutions.
  • Establish a solution maturity framework (e.g., concept ? pilot ? repeatable ? scalable).
  • Ensure solutions are documented and productized, including operating models and CONOPs, assumptions and constraints, delivery and transition guidance, etc.
  • Institutionalize solution content and artifacts by maintaining a central solution repository.
  • Lead, develop, and manage a team of Solution Architects
  • Set standards for how Solution Architects:
  • Engage in early shaping and capture activities
  • Apply reusable solution patterns
  • Balance innovation with executability and risk
  • Align Solution Architect capacity to enterprise priority pursuits and solution maturation efforts.
  • Support Growth and Capture teams by ensuring solutions:
  • Are clearly differentiated and aligned to customer missions,
  • Can be consistently articulated in proposals and customer engagements, and
  • Align with corporate pricing strategies
  • Ensure solutions are deployed consistently across proposals, avoiding bespoke architectures unless strategically justified.
  • Participate in executive solution reviews, gate reviews, and proposal teams as needed.
  • Partner closely with VP of Innovation to:
  • Transition mature capabilities into solutions
  • Ensure IR&D investments are aligned to future solution roadmaps
  • Provide market and capture-driven feedback into innovation prioritization

FAQs

What is the location for the Vice President, Solutions position?

The position is based in either Washington, D.C. or Huntsville, AL.

Is there a required security clearance for this role?

No, there is no security clearance required for this position.

What is the expected travel for this job?

The expected travel for this job is up to 25%.

What is the salary range for the Vice President, Solutions position?

The salary range for this position is $200k - $250k.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

The position requires 15+ years of experience in government services, GovTech, defense, or aerospace.

Does this role involve leading a team?

Yes, the Vice President, Solutions will lead and manage a team of Solution Architects.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include solution strategy and portfolio ownership, solution governance and maturation, leadership and development of the Solution Architect cadre, capture and growth enablement, and integration with Innovation and IR&D.

What qualifications are necessary for successful candidates?

Candidates should have demonstrated leadership in solution architecture, experience with innovation/IR&D organizations, and strong understanding of the federal capture and proposal lifecycle.

Will the Vice President, Solutions role involve interaction with executive-level stakeholders?

Yes, the role requires strong executive-level communication skills with technical, growth, and financial stakeholders.

What type of transformation experience is preferred for candidates?

Candidates should have experience driving a services-to-solutions transformation.

Is experience with solution lifecycle management important for this position?

Yes, familiarity with solution lifecycle management, product management concepts, or platform strategies is important.

How does this role contribute to the company's growth and value?

The Vice President, Solutions is responsible for transforming repeatable services into documented, mature, and differentiated solutions that drive growth, margin expansion, and long-term enterprise value.

Introducing Astrion, a Transformative Evolution of Oasis Systems and ERC

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
501-1000
Employees
2023
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Astrion, we deliver the difference that empowers our customers and nation to take on what's next. We are the transformative evolution of two prominent government services firms, ERC and Oasis Systems, each bringing a rich legacy of dedicated service to our nation's most critical communities. We stand as a partner for progress, providing cutting-edge services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success in the air, on the ground, and beyond.

Culture & Values

  • Be Present:

    In a world that moves at a relentless pace, we emphasize the importance of being fully engaged in the present moment. We value focused attention, active listening, and a commitment to the task at hand and accountability. This ensures that each member of our team contributes meaningfully, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

  • Be Human:

    Astrion is more than a company; it’s a community. We embrace the humanity in each individual, valuing empathy, understanding, and genuine connections. By recognizing and respecting the unique qualities that each person brings, we cultivate a culture of inclusivity, kindness, and mutual support.

  • Be Curious:

    Curiosity is the spark of innovation. We encourage an inquisitive mindset that drives us to explore new ideas, question the status quo, and seek continuous improvement. This principle is the catalyst for creativity, learning, and the discovery of innovative solutions that propel us forward in a rapidly evolving landscape.

  • Be Adaptable:

    Change is constant, and adaptability is one of our many strengths. We thrive in dynamic environments, embracing challenges as opportunities for growth. Being adaptable at Astrion means we are not just resilient in the face of change; we actively seek it, staying agile and responsive to the evolving needs of our team, customers, and industry.