Head of Business, Innovation and Strategy Communications

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.
Security Clearance:
Active Top Secret Clearance (or higher) preferred; Director, Government Capture & Strategic Pursuits
This is an exciting opportunity for a proven government and defense professional to leverage deep industry relationships, military expertise, and strategic thinking to position Keysight for long-term growth across the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and other federal agencies.
In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to government stakeholders, defense primes, and internal leadership teams—helping align mission-critical customer challenges with Keysight's innovative technology solutions. You will play a pivotal role in shaping capture strategy, influencing procurement outcomes, and expanding Keysight’s presence in some of the nation’s most important defense, intelligence, space, communications, and homeland security programs.
Identify and qualify emerging federal opportunities, funding priorities, acquisition programs, and strategic initiatives.
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
Build trusted relationships with senior government leaders, Program Executive Offices (PEOs), acquisition organizations, program managers, and key decision-makers.
Develop a deep understanding of customer missions, operational challenges, and technology gaps.
Industry & Defense Prime Partnerships
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with major defense and aerospace prime contractors.
Identify teaming opportunities and strategic partnerships that expand Keysight's role within large government programs.
Represent Keysight at industry events, customer engagements, and executive-level meetings.
Coordinate internal resources throughout the opportunity lifecycle, from early identification through contract award.
Intelligence Modernization Efforts
Intelligence Community
Acquisition and Procurement Organizations
Major Defense and Aerospace Contractors
Government acquisition processes, budgeting cycles, and procurement strategies.
Established professional network across key federal agencies and defense organizations.
Active Top Secret clearance (or higher) preferred, or the ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.
Experience leading strategic captures involving advanced technology solutions, test and measurement systems, communications, aerospace, defense electronics, cyber, or intelligence capabilities.
Experience working with defense primes as a subcontractor, technology provider, or strategic partner.
This role is eligible for Keysight's Variable Pay Bonus Program
Medical, dental and vision
Health Savings Account
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Life, Accident, Disability insurance
Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
Restricted Stock Units