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Proposal Manager

neonaerospace
Manchester, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 5/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026

Aerospace is at a turning point — costs are rising, supply chains are strained, and old ways of building can’t keep up. At Neon Aero, we’re breaking that mold. We move fast, think big, and combine start-up agility with aerospace expertise to design, build, and scale aircraft in ways the industry has never seen. Our team leverages automation, AI-driven tools, and a fully connected digital backbone to accelerate innovation and reduce barriers to production.

Here, you won’t just take a job — you’ll help reinvent how the world flies. If you’re ready to solve complex problems, push technology further, and work alongside some of the brightest minds in aerospace, this is your chance to make a real impact.

Lead the efforts that win the work. As a Proposal Manager, you’ll bring structure, clarity, and strategy to complex pursuits, aligning teams, shaping solutions, and delivering compelling proposals that drive business growth. This role sits at the center of opportunity capture, turning ideas into winning submissions.

Why This Role Matters:

  • Drives business growth – Directly impacts revenue by leading successful proposal efforts and winning new business.
  • Enables cross-functional execution – Aligns engineering, operations, and finance to deliver cohesive, competitive proposals.
  • Builds scalable processes – Establishes structure and discipline that improves proposal quality and win rates over time.

What you’ll Bring:

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in proposal management or related field
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline; equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Strong understanding of proposal development and RFP processes
  • Experience coordinating cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with high attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience working with pricing, cost inputs, and financial coordination
  • Proactive, ownership-driven mindset with strong problem-solving ability
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing environments preferred

Why Join Us:

  • Work alongside elite operations talent and innovators from across aerospace and tech.
  • Be part of a team moving faster than the industry standard.
  • Shape solutions that are lower-cost, autonomous, and scalable
  • Competitive compensation, including equity participation, growth opportunities, and full health benefits (health, vision, dental, 401K) designed to support you in and out of work.

 

This pay range is specific to the location where the role is posted. Final pay will depend on experience, skill level, and other job-related factors.

Location-Specific Pay Range

$110,000 - $123,750 USD

Neon Aero, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

All final candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.

At this time, Neon Aero and its divisions are not accepting unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies.

 

Salary : $110,000

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