Sr Proposal Manager

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.  

Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.  

Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.

We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.  

We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

• Responsibility for execution of the proposal process, development, production and delivery of winning proposals for new business.

• Supports the Senior Director in the Business Development/Capture/Proposal process as a subject matter expert.  

• Will lead successful proposal efforts and provide support for positive process improvement specific to the Sierra Space Business Areas to tailor and scale proposal activities as appropriate in accordance with process.   

• Managing the Proposal Support and Capture Central to ensure sufficient resources are available for all proposal activities.  Maintain proper accesses and security restrictions are in place according to program classification levels;

• Manages Proposal Coordinators, Graphics Artists/Designers, Consultants and Contractors directly supporting proposal activities.

• Exercising full responsibility and authority for complex proposals and bid preparation

• Analyze solicitations, identifying all requirements and criteria for evaluation

•  Coordinating proposal efforts with capture management, program management, engineering, operations, contracts, finance, contractors, subcontractors and human resources; overseeing the proposal team; coordinating efforts to ensure all timelines are met

• Prepare, present, conduct and participate in reviews at all stages of the proposal to ensure that the proposal complies with the instructions, evaluation criteria and the SOW in the solicitation

• Ensure the proposal process follows Sierra Space standards and guidelines

• Ensure PM and proposal team are adequately trained and equipped to support and facilitate proposal success while further streamlining processes so that there is commonality and consistency across proposals

• Ensure Capture Managers are adequately trained to support the capture and proposal processes

• Support other Business Areas’ proposals as requested and approved by the Senior Director, Proposal Management.

• Reinforcing necessity and usage of corporate proposal tools, team rooms; Improving integration of program proposal efforts with the business process

• Establishing new and further refining existing templates, tools and guidelines for continuous improvement of the proposal process

• Auditing proposal activities and establishing proposal performance metrics to identify areas within Proposal Management that might be targeted as improvement opportunities, recommending corrective actions

• Management of Proposal budgets

• Management of business intelligence, with integration into Enterprise systems

• Efficient and effective organization and management of Proposal Support electronic data systems in conjunction with IT personnel

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +6 yrs experience).

• Typically 8+ years of related experience.

• Extensive knowledge of proposal management relative to DoD, federal or state government and commercial programs; Working knowledge of Shipley proposal process is strongly preferred

• Must be energetic, highly skilled, and well organized, with a record of capture success in the marketplace

• An ability to simultaneously manage multiple proposals of all sizes from initial conception through final delivery including technical writing, editing and proposal and presentation production

• The ability to operate effectively in complex and fast-paced environments

• The ability to effectively build and lead multi-disciplinary, geographically dispersed teams; coordinating activities to meet schedules;

• Ability to train team members on the Sierra Space proposal development process; assist team in developing themes, identifying discriminators, and developing storyboards

• Knowledge of FAR/CAS compliance requirements

• Excellent communication skills, oral and written

• Outstanding interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to work successfully with internal and external customers at any level; demonstration of necessary personality and leadership skills to engage and motivate a diverse group of engineers, project managers, consultants and subcontractor

• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret considerable data of a technical/programmatic nature in order to adequately drive proposal efforts; 

• Extensive skills application in MS Office products and other software programs

• Certification by the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) as a Foundation (CF APMP), Practitioner (CP APMP) or Professional (CPP APMP)

• Holding a current TS/SCI security clearance is preferred however, the ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance may be acceptable.

• Advanced degree in Business, Communications, English, or a related field.

• Extensive familiarity with government contracting and procurement processes.

• Experience with proposal management software and tools.

• Strong analytical and research skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Pay Range:

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations. 

 
We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.