Senior Proposal Manager, BACE Proposal Management (Onsite)

Raytheon Technologies • East Hartford, CT

94d • $124,000 - $250,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. The Military Engines Business Acquisition Center of Excellence (BACE) team is seeking to hire an enthusiastic and qualified Proposal Manager Supervisor to join us onsite in East Hartford, CT. As a Proposal Manager Supervisor, you will lead Military Engine Proposal Managers and Program Teams from pre-solicitation through proposal development and contract award, supporting various programs. You will manage all aspects of proposal development, including strategy, schedules, budgeting, and coordination with internal teams and customers. You will ensure a clear definition of proposal requirements in accordance with FARs part 12 and 15, and in collaboration with United States Government (USG) entities, conduct and oversee fact-finding missions, Requests for Information (RFI) responses, Rough Orders of Magnitude (ROMs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), negotiations, and the “sweep” process. You will manage and support a team of proposal managers; responsibilities include strategic, operational, and interpersonal guidance as well as mentorship and talent development. You will support your team in achieving BACE goals, exemplifying Pratt & Whitney's Leadership Operating Model to drive outcomes, empowering your team to succeed, and supporting cross-functional alignment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Business or related field with 10+ years of experience; or Master's degree with 7+ years of experience.
• Minimum of 6+ years' experience in proposal management or project management within U.S. DoD or international military programs.
• Experience working within TEAMS and SharePoint environments.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Proposal or Project Management; strong background in program requirement development and negotiation.
• Active Security Clearance is considered a strong asset.
• Familiarity with P&W Military Engines.
• Experience presenting to various levels within the organization.
• Desired competencies: Customer Focus, Business Judgement, Communication, Teamwork.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Applications, including MS Project.
• Experience with managing competitive proposals.
• Experience leading and managing teams; developing and coaching people.
• Self-motivator, proactive, able to handle multiple efforts simultaneously.
• Comfortable working in a VUCA environment; flexibility and agility are critical.

Responsibilities

• Lead Military Engine's proposals as well as a team of proposal managers from pre-RFP stages through contract award, supporting various programs.
• Manage all aspects of proposal development including plans, schedules, budgeting, and coordination with internal teams and customers.
• Ensure clear definition of proposal requirements in collaboration with US Government entities.
• Conduct and oversee fact-finding missions, RFI responses, negotiations, and final sweep processes.
• Train proposal teams in relevant processes and tools.
• Support BACE improvement targets, annual goals and deliverables.
• Review technical volumes for compatibility with Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
• Participate in offer evaluations and negotiations.
• Drive continuous improvement within the Business Acquisition team as per evolving customer needs.
• Support proposal requirement working group meetings with USG customer as requested.
• Ensure that proposals developed and delivered to customers are compliant with USG requirements and P&W Policies.
• Conduct After Action Review (AAR) following completion of proposal submittal to identify and document lessons learned and best practices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Scholar Program.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree