Proposal Manager - Remote/Onsite Hybrid

Job Description
BAE Systems, one of the world's leading defense contractors and a stable Fortune 500 Company, is hiring a Proposal Manager – Remote/Onsite Hybrid. The motivated leader to provide hands-on proposal management and support to strategic modernization proposals for our Ordnance Systems (OSI) business. The Proposal Manager will support the proposal development process and ensure on-time delivery of compliant and well-written proposals. Major activities include driving capture teams for superior readiness to bid, proposal planning, leading the development of superior proposal products, and implementing a repeatable process across the business. Ensures compliance with US Department of Defense Source Selection acquisition process.

Location/Schedule/Travel:

• This is a Remote/Onsite Hybrid role where you can work from home 2 days each week and go onsite 3 day each week, based on business needs
• This role would ideally be based out of Radford, VA or Kingsport, TN
• This position will work on a 9/80 schedule where you will have every other Friday off
• This role will around 10% of travel

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage proposals supporting the Holston and Radford Portfolio from Pre-Proposal Phase through Post-Proposal Phase
• Plan and manage priority/strategic proposals as assigned
• Proactively communicate with proposal teams and business unit leadership to ensure all necessary resources and activities are available to achieve a successful proposal submission
• Develop and maintain key critical customer interactions throughout the pre-proposal and post-proposal process
• Provide guidance, direction, and leadership to project managers, engineering, functional groups, and proposal contributors
• Coach and train proposal teams on the development of complex, compliant, and compelling proposal responses to RFPs and RFIs
• Communicate proposal-related requirements and status with senior management, and remain current on all amendments and modifications to the solicitation
• Demonstrate proposal process expertise and ability to tailor as appropriate
• Oversee/produce proposal outlines, kickoff documentation, “Data Call” requests, proposal schedules, technical volumes, compliance matrices, proposal management plans, leadership briefings, and gateway review briefings
• Develop and maintain proposal schedules and drive proposal team adherence to the schedule
• Analyze Request for Proposal (RFP) documents, identify defined requirements, and prepare USG communications on any RFIs
• Perform quality check for accuracy and compliance of all proposal sections and volumes

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years of experience or equivalent experience
• Experience in Proposal Management and/or Project Management
• Experience in Defense/Government Contracting
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR Requirements
• Ability to support the proposal lifecycle
• Ability to navigate difficult customer and stakeholder relationships
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments
• Ability to meet deadlines
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Project) skills
• Strong Excel data analytics skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong organizational skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Graduate Degree
• PMP Certification
• Experience in Proposal Lifecycle
• Experience in Chemical or Construction Industry
• Experience in GOCO environment
• Expertise in Excel

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $94702 - $160992

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $94,702 - $160,992