Proposal Technical Writer

Job Description: • Develop proposal content by assembling and integrating information including project nature, objectives/outcomes/deliverables, implementation, methods, timetable, staffing, budget, standards of performance, and evaluation • Ensures that sections developed are compliant with solicitation requirements and incorporate strategies, win themes, and discriminators • Interact with Business Units, Proposal Manager, Subject Matter Experts, and Teaming Partners to obtain content necessary to draft compelling proposal sections • Interview SMEs, consultants, capture managers, and other proposal team members to obtain information for proposals and then independently develop technically clear and compelling proposal content • Provide insight on proposal content and where we can emphasize or incorporate strengths and benefits to improve responses • Organize and carry out multiple tasks simultaneously under tight/changing deadlines • Participate in daily stand-up calls, on live bids, detailing status of the proposal sections for which the writer is responsible, and identify any issues or resource requirements • Participate "hands on" in all phases of the proposal development process including gate reviews, win strategy, win themes/discriminators, outlines and compliance matrices, color reviews, writing and editing, graphic design, desktop publishing, document production, and packaging and delivering • Participate in strategy/solutioning sessions to develop winning approaches • Assist in proposal graphic conceptualization and creation, as needed • Support drafting/development of technical, past performance, staffing plans, formatting of resumes, and management narratives for large scale, complex, strategic proposals • Prepare past performance questionnaires to be completed by customers • Support corporate writing and editing efforts as needed (marketing materials, website content, etc.) • Maintain and update SharePoint repositories with re-use content and past writing • Ensure proposal content is 508 compliant, when necessary • Other duties as assigned Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Business, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience) • 5+ years of experience supporting federal proposal development (RFPs, RFIs) • Proven ability to develop compliant, quality proposal content that aligns with solicitation requirements, win strategies, and evaluation criteria • Strong experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Business Development, SMEs, and teaming partners to gather and synthesize technical content • Demonstrated ability to independently interview SMEs and translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling written narratives • Experience supporting full proposal lifecycle activities, including solutioning, content development, color reviews, editing, and final production • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight, shifting deadlines and independently conduct research • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and collaboration tools such as SharePoint • Strong editing, proofreading, and attention-to-detail skills, including adherence to compliance requirements and formatting standards • Ability to contribute to proposal graphics, outlines, and compliance matrices is preferred Benefits: • comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care • matching 401K and profit sharing • paid time off • training time for personal development • flexible spending accounts • employer-paid life insurance • employer-paid short and long term disability coverage • education assistance program with potential merit increases for obtaining a work-related certification • employee recognition, and referral programs • spot bonuses, and other benefits that help provide financial protection for the employee and their family