Proposal Manager

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November 25

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Mile Two

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Artificial Intelligence • Defense • SaaS

Mile Two is a company that specializes in creating solutions that enhance human-machine teaming. Their work focuses on areas like modeling & simulation, machine learning, platform engineering, and new product development. They excel at building custom software tools that help their customers address complex challenges, often working with trusted partners such as the Air Force Research Laboratory, the U. S. Army, and the United States Department of Defense. By integrating people, technology, and work, Mile Two aims to meet and exceed the needs of their clients, particularly in fast-paced and complex work environments.

51 - 200 employees

🤖 Artificial Intelligence

☁️ SaaS

📋 Description

• Lead and manage all aspects of proposal development across multiple simultaneous RFx efforts (RFI, RFP, RFQ, Sources Sought, White Papers, etc.) • Partner with Business Development and Capture to support opportunity qualification, bid/no-bid recommendations, and pre-RFP shaping. • Develop, manage, and enforce proposal schedules, color review timelines, and compliance matrices to ensure timely, compliant submissions. • Facilitate and lead proposal kick-off meetings, daily stand-ups, and Pink/Red/Gold reviews with internal and external stakeholders. • Author, edit, and format proposal content, including technical, management, and past performance volumes. • Collaborate with SMEs, subcontractors, and teaming partners to gather technical input and translate into clear, persuasive narratives. • Create and maintain proposal templates, outlines, capability statements, staffing matrices, and standard proposal artifacts. • Leverage AI tools (e.g., VisibleThread Docs, ChatGPT, TechnoMile) to automate and enhance compliance, writing, and review efficiency. • Manage corporate proposal repositories, past performance library, resumes, and graphics library. • Support post-submission activities including lessons learned, debriefs, and process improvement. • Develop proposal graphics, charts, and illustrations that visually communicate key technical and management concepts. • Provide capture support, including industry day participation, customer engagement materials, and question submissions to Government POCs.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Business, or related field • 7+ years of experience in proposal management and writing for Federal/DoD contracts • Demonstrated success leading multi-volume proposal efforts resulting in awarded contracts valued at $20M+ • Strong understanding of Shipley proposal processes and compliance frameworks (Shipley Certification preferred) • Experience with tools such as VisibleThread Docs (VT Docs), TechnoMile, Pipedrive, SharePoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office • Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines in a fast-paced environment • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a focus on clarity, compliance, and persuasion • Experience creating and managing proposal graphics and document layout in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or InDesign • Familiarity with AI tools for content generation and proposal automation. • Background in cloud computing, cybersecurity, data management, IT modernization, or AI/ML technologies (preferred) • Experience supporting GSA Schedules, SBIR/STTR, OTA, and Phase III proposals (preferred) • Prior work within small to mid-sized GovCon organizations (SDVOSB, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB) (preferred) • Track record of sole-source or strategic win contributions (>$50M+) (preferred) • Experience mentoring or managing proposal writers (preferred)

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive benefits • Opportunities to advance your career • Supportive and inclusive environment