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  • Build trusted relationships with Mission Heroes and identify net-new opportunities in the Army Fires/Maneuver Ground.
  • Shape and close full-lifecycle opportunities from discovery through proposal, negotiation, and contract award.
  • Own contract execution, manage delivery risks, and lead teams to grow portfolio scale.

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