Associate Proposal Manager

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Englewood, CO

10h

About The Position

Do you have strong analytical and communication skills, like to work in a collaborative environment, and have a background in the US Department of Defense, US Military, or Aerospace & Defense industry? We may have the perfect opportunity for you! As an Associate Proposal Manager, you'll assist with the bid submission process from initial contact through contract signing for our cutting-edge products and services, including winning. You'll coordinate proposal activities in accordance with the request for proposal (RFP) specifications. Your duties will also include a review of proposals to ensure the appropriate themes are incorporated. The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Requirements

• B.A. (or equivalent degree) - a higher-level degree may substitute for relevant experience
• Typically, 2+ years of business experience, which includes 1-2 years of proposal experience. A higher-level degree that includes proposal experience and writing may substitute for professional proposal experience
• Ability to utilize proposal management software and AI tools
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple proposals of all sizes from proposal planning to delivery
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to motivate/work with others
• Ability to work within time constraints, have a flexible schedule, be ready to meet changing deadlines and priorities to capture proposal needs
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
• U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Self-starter and a problem solver; must have the ability to see the big picture and implement changes as required
• Prior experience in a Lead role; the ability to mentor, train, guide and inspect the work of team members and coordinate project tasks to ensure milestones are met
• Association for Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) Certification
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military
• Experience preparing Pricing Volumes to include work breakdown structure (WBS) and Basis of Estimate (BOE), including government contracting proposal processes and procedures
• Understanding of one or more of Adobe Creative Suite applications: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat
• Skills in the use of MS Word, i.e., formatting, outlining, graphics integration, for the use of proposals

Responsibilities

• Assist with the bid submission process from initial contact through contract signing
• Coordinate proposal activities in accordance with the request for proposal (RFP) specifications
• Review of proposals to ensure the appropriate themes are incorporated

Benefits

• SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees