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Copper River Family of Companies

Manages SBA 8(a) operating companies

Federal Account Executive

Full-Time
No salary listed
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Chantilly, VA, USA
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Sales & Account ManagementAccount Executive

About the job

Requirements
  • Minimum ten years of experience managing and leading capture activities within the federal sector.
  • Established contacts in the Department of Defense and/or civilian federal sector space.
  • Prior experience selling under NASA SEWP and other government-wide acquisition contracts.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Government procurement processes and trends.
  • Ability to understand and interpret the Federal Acquisition Regulation.
  • Excellent writing, communication, and customer service skills.
  • Ability to take initiative and perform independent initial problem solving; be resourceful, prioritize, and organize daily activities; and maintain attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure against tight deadlines and demonstrate assertiveness.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a sales plan to achieve sales targets.
  • Proactively gain new business through professional networking and by devising a creative, effective sales approach to find and close federal sales opportunities.
  • Develop new market initiatives, assess new markets, and analyze business opportunities.
  • Work with marketing, sales, and product development teams to implement business development initiatives.
  • Present ideas and report facts and other information to management and the team.
  • Manage personal workflow and resolve questions and problems with a supervisor.

About the company

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Copper River Family of Companies

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Copper River Family of Companies is a portfolio of industry-leading operating companies owned by the Native Village of Eyak. The group participates in the SBA 8(a) program (active since 2006, including current and graduated members) and offers customized solutions and services to clients. The companies deliver their offerings through multiple specialized subsidiaries, combining federal contracting experience with tailored services across diverse industries. The approach centers on leveraging 8(a) status and the collective strengths of the portfolio to meet client needs with personalized, scalable solutions. The goal is to provide clients with practical, customized services while helping participants grow and sustain their businesses within a community-focused organization.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Beavercreek, Ohio

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The January 2026 TPG deal broadens capabilities and cross-sell opportunities immediately.
  • Copper Lights was launched under SBA mentor-protégé support, improving prime-contract competitiveness.
  • Healthcare staffing and mission-services expansion diversify revenue beyond core IT contracting.

What critics are saying

  • SEWP V ordering ends April 30, 2026, threatening a major federal sales channel.
  • Contracting concentration in federal agencies ties revenue to procurement cycles and set-aside scrutiny.
  • A failed integration of TPG and Aspire Medical Staffing would dilute margins and execution capacity.

What makes Copper River Family of Companies unique

  • Native Village of Eyak ownership gives Copper River 8(a) and tribal contracting advantages.
  • January 2026 TPG acquisition added cybersecurity, analytics, and mission-support depth for federal agencies.
  • July 2026 Copper Lights JV with By Light expands access to defense and Space Force work.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays