Location
Kingsport, TN | United States
Job description
BAE Systems is hiring a Proposal Manager to support our Ordnance Systems Inc. (OSI) business. In this role you will lead and manage proposals supporting the Holston and Radford Modernization Portfolio from Pre-Proposal Phase through Post-Proposal Phase.
- This position will be based out of Kingsport, TN.
- The role has the ability to be Hybrid where you will work onsite in Kingsport, TN 3 days each week and Remote 2 days each week
- There may be less than 10% travel
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage proposals supporting the Holston and Radford Modernization Portfolio from Pre-Proposal Phase through Post-Proposal Phase.
- Plan and manage priority/strategic proposals as assigned including Modernization, Production, and potentially R&D type projects.
- 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 Requests for Information (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 communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills - Graduate Degree
- PMP or Proposal Certification
- Experience in Chemical or Construction Industry
- Experience in GOCO environment
Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $92520 - $157320
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.
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