Senior Proposal Writer

The role

You will write and maintain customer-focused proposals for aerospace systems and products, including Unpiloted Aerial Systems (UAS) programs. You will work with engineers, program managers and leadership to turn technical information into persuasive proposal content.

What you will do

• Plan, write, and maintain customer-focused proposals for aerospace systems and products.
• Analyze RFPs, RFIs, BAAs, SOWs and evaluation criteria to determine proposal requirements.
• Collaborate with Capture Managers on win themes, discriminators and customer priorities.
• Interview subject matter experts for technical, management and operational information.
• Write and edit technical, management, executive summary, past performance, staffing and transition plan sections.
• Ensure proposal content complies with solicitation instructions, page limits and formatting.
• Develop proposal outlines, storyboards and content plans.
• Participate in Pink, Red, Gold and White Glove reviews and incorporate reviewer comments.
• Maintain proposal libraries, reusable content and capability statements.
• Protect proprietary, CUI, export-controlled and competition-sensitive information.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Communication, Journalism, Communications, Business, Engineering or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience as a proposal writer, with at least some in aerospace, defense or manufacturing.
• Demonstrated success writing winning competitive proposals.
• Strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and competitive proposal processes.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail under tight deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
• U.S. citizenship.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting proposals valued at $10 million or greater.
• Experience with scheduling programs using MS Project or other platforms.
• Experience supporting major defense acquisition programs.
• Familiarity with Shipley proposal development methodology or similar practices.
• Experience with SharePoint, Microsoft Teams or proposal automation tools.
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing, systems engineering, avionics, software, logistics, cybersecurity or sustainment.
• APMP Foundation, Practitioner or Professional certification.
• Active U.S. security clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package.
• Medical, dental, vision, life and more benefit options.
• 401k with company match.
• 3 weeks of paid time off each year.
• 40 hours of sick time.
• 12 annual company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Before you apply

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• All hires must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
• The employer uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

About the company

Zone 5 Technologies develops precision weapons, interceptors and unmanned aircraft systems for the United States and its allies. It is a federal contractor.