Proposal Manager I
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 a Proposal Manager I, you'll oversee the bid submission process from initial contact through contract signing for our cutting edge products and services, including winning. You'll direct proposal activities in accordance with the request for proposal (RFP) specifications. Your duties will also include a review and approve proposals to ensure the appropriate themes are incorporated and resolving conflicts in team dynamics and condensed project timelines. 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, 4+ years of business experience, which includes 2+ years of proposal and/or program management experience.
- Expertise utilizing proposal management software and AI tools
- Experience with simultaneously managing multiple proposals of all sizes from proposal planning to delivery
- Progressive technical, proposal writing and proposal management experience with emphasis in technical products and logistics services
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to motivate/work with others
- Ability to work successfully in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment
- Experience preparing Pricing Volumes to include work breakdown structure (WBS) and Basis of Estimate (BOE), including government contracting proposal processes and procedures
- 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
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Self-starter and a problem solver; must have the ability to see the big picture and implement changes as required
- Association for Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) Certification
- Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military
- 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
- Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military
Responsibilities
- oversee the bid submission process from initial contact through contract signing
- direct proposal activities in accordance with the request for proposal (RFP) specifications
- review and approve proposals to ensure the appropriate themes are incorporated
- resolving conflicts in team dynamics and condensed project timelines
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
