ACET is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Proposal Writer to join our Business Development team. The Proposal Writer will play a crucial role in the development of competitive and compliant proposals for government contracts. This individual will lead and manage the creation of proposals in response to government solicitations. 

This role requires expertise in writing, editing, and producing government bids that are fully compliant with federal acquisition regulations (FAR), agency-specific guidelines, and other legal requirements. The Senior Proposal Writer will work closely with capture managers, subject matter experts (SMEs), and business development teammates to ensure proposals meet client requirements and showcase the company’s strengths and value propositions. 

This is a remote position within the U.S.

Responsibilities:

• Proposal Development: Lead the end-to-end development of government contract proposals, ensuring compliance with all RFP requirements, instructions, and evaluation criteria.
• Research: Conduct research to gather information relevant to the proposal, including client needs, industry trends, and competitor analysis.
• Content Creation: Write and edit proposal content, including executive summaries, technical sections, management plans, and other proposal components.
• Coordination: Collaborate with subject matter experts, technical teams, and other stakeholders to gather information and input for proposals.
• Compliance: Ensure proposals adhere to all government regulations, compliance requirements, and formatting guidelines.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough reviews and editing of proposal content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
• Proposal Submission: Manage the submission process, including assembling proposal documents and desktop publishing, coordinating with subcontractors (if applicable), and meeting submission deadlines.
• Proposal Repository: Maintain a repository of proposal templates, boilerplate content, and past proposal submissions for future reference.
• Post-Proposal Activities: Support post-proposal activities, such as debriefings, feedback analysis, and lessons learned sessions to improve the proposal development process.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., English, Communications, Business) or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 8 years’ proposal/technical writing experience, with a focus on federal government contracts
• Writing experience for the Department of Defense (DoD) that includes aircraft support
• Experience with aviation terminology preferred
• Demonstrated success in writing and winning government proposals
• Strong understanding of federal government procurement processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (primarily Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and SharePoint for proposal management
• Strong project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple proposals concurrently under tight deadlines
• Familiarity with Shipley proposal methodologies, APMP certification, or other industry-recognized certifications is preferred
• This position may require periodic travel to attend client meetings, proposal kick-offs, or industry events

What We Offer:

• At ACET, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are committed to providing a comprehensive Total Rewards program that recognizes and supports the diverse needs of our workforce. Our offerings are designed to attract, motivate, and retain top talent while fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and well-being.

Employee benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Program
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off 
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Please note that all compensation, benefits, and policies are subject to change at the company's discretion. While we make every effort to provide advance notice of changes, adjustments may occur based on business needs, economic conditions, and industry standards.

*Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply*

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.