Proposal Manager

Job Description
Opportunity Scope
Join BAE Systems as a Proposal Manager responsible for the management of activities and staff associated with the development of proposals typically valued at greater than $300M in response to Government solicitations being pursued by one of our Business Areas within the Intelligence and Security (I&S) Sector. As a Proposal Manager you will operate independently to develop proposal outlines, compliance matrices, proposal schedules, and provide leadership and direction to cross-functional teams assigned to work proposal efforts; ensure proposal response is compliant, compelling, and completed on schedule; partner with Capture Managers to ensure opportunity strategies, solutions, themes, and discriminators are woven into proposal response; and ensure proposal is completed and delivered to Government within prescribed time periods.
Responsibilities & Objectives

• Independently manage highly complex proposals (typically valued at greater than $300M) involving the design, engineering, implementation, deployment, and sustainment of complex solutions across the Intelligence, Defense, and Civilian markets.
• Develop all proposal development materials including but not limited to proposal outline, compliance matrix, proposal management plan, proposal kick-off meeting materials, storyboard and writing plans.
• Review proposal sections developed by members of proposal teams providing guidance and recommendations and editing sections as appropriate.
• Review and analyze solicitation and related documents ensuring final proposal product is compliant and delivered on schedule.
• Participate in peer reviews of proposal materials developed by other Proposal Managers for compliance and proposal readiness to submit.
• Support Vice President of Proposal Operations and Proposal Director in process improvement activities by serving as participant on tasks assigned.
• Guides and mentors Junior Proposal Managers teaching them good proposal management techniques and ensuring they adhere to I&S processes and procedures.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelors degree and a minimum 8 years proposal management experience in Department of Defense (DoD)
• United States Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret security clearance and eligibility for SCI
• Microsoft Office advanced skills
• SharePoint experience
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment
• Ability and willingness to accomodate up to, but not to exceed, 50% travel based on business requirements

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $113080 - $192280
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 Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems Intelligence & Security, based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels. That's BAE Systems. That's Inspired Work. Equal Opportunity Employer/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Gender Expression. To see Inspired Work in action, visit www.baesystems.com and follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/baesystemsintel.