The Associate Proposal Manager will work with the Proposal Managers on a variety of tasks in the Capture Center of Excellence at IAS. This individual will also partake in a hands-on training program to learn the complete proposal management life cycle and proposal coordination skills. Most tasks require a high-level of attention to detail and someone that can multi-task. Strong organizational skills are also necessary to manage multiple priorities and ensure that all proposal artifacts are compliant and completed on time.
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.
Responsibilities:
- Support sole source and competitive pursuits
- Create response templates that are compliant with solicitation requirements and company standards
- Assist with content reviews to include readability, spelling, and grammar
- Format templates, final responses, and internal documents to ensure compliance with solicitation requirements and department standards (files will be in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project)
- Review the design and layout of all internal document and customer deliverables to ensure they are professional and visually appealing
- Support strategy sessions, kickoff meetings, content reviews, and other key meetings
- Take notes, present content, and track action items in meetings
- Track key programs and pursuits
- Ensure all internal trackers and reports are formatted properly and updated in a timely manner
- Assist with department file management and updates
Qualifications You Must Have:
- B.A. (or equivalent degree) - a higher level degree may substitute for relevant experience
- Typically, 4+ years of progressive business development experience, which includes 0-2+ years of management experience.
- Ability to simultaneously manage multiple proposals of all sizes from proposal planning to delivery
- 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 within time constraints, have a flexible schedule, be ready to meet changing deadlines and priorities to capture proposal needs
- Highly organized, detailed oriented, with effective analytical and problem-solving skills
- A highly motivated self-starter who can pick up new processes and procedures quickly
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Project
- Strong persuasive writing and editing skills
- Ability to work in a collaborative group setting
- Ability to present in front of large groups
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work successfully in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Formal Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Project training
- Flexible schedule
- Ability to plan, deliver, and manage activities to achieve targets in a planned and focused manner
- Ability to work in an Excel database
- Federal, DoD or Aerospace experience
Estimated Starting Salary Range: $82,039.23 - $112,803.95. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
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.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. 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. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.
SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
