Manager, Aerospace Defense & Government Advisory
About The Position
Join Aprio's Aerospace, Defense, and Government Advisory team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Manager to join their dynamic team. This position supports U.S. government and defense‑related clients. Certain engagements require personnel who are eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance or who meet client‑defined access requirements for controlled environments. U.S. citizenship may be a requirement of obtaining a U.S. security clearance or meeting these access requirements. These requirements are only tied to this specific job posting. All Aprio employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable laws.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, project management, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in National Security (DoW or IC) acquisition, business development, and/or program management roles.
- Understanding of federal acquisition regulations, contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF, etc.), and FAR and non-FAR based procurement processes (OTs, CSOs, SBIRs).
- Experience supporting classified and/or special access programs.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and artificial intelligence tools, such as Claude, CoPilot, or ChatGPT
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior executives, customers, and partners.
- U.S. citizenship may be a requirement of obtaining a U.S. security clearance or meeting these access requirements.
Nice To Haves
- PMP, DAU/FAC-C, CFCM, CPCM, Shipley, or other relevant certifications.
- Experience in capture or proposal development (or evaluation on the Government sides).
- Familiarity with Department of War and Intelligence Community acquisition organizations, frameworks, and processes.
- Experience supporting classified and/or special access programs.
Responsibilities
- Aid in proposal efforts from RFI/RFP analysis through submission, ensuring compliance and compelling content, to include various technical volumes
- Conduct proposal reviews to include major color teams.
- Support development of White Papers and submissions to SBIRs, OTs, and CSOs
- Plan, oversee, and advise on client customer insights and strategic priorities.
- Provide strategic advice to clients on contractual matters during contract award and performance.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and SMEs to shape strategies aligned with customer needs and mission objectives.
- Support corporate client business processes and SOP.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
