Proposal Manager, Associate Director; Onsite

Job Overview

Title: Associate Director Proposal Manager – Strategic Communications

Location: Largo, Florida, USA (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Hybrid – day shift only

Security Clearance: Top Secret (active and transferable, required prior to start date)

Citizenship: U.S. citizen required – U.S. government issued security clearance is mandatory.

• Execute timely development, analysis, and completion of proposals through collaboration with functions across the business area.
• Ensure proposals meet quality, schedule, and affordability targets for Raytheon and its customers.
• Develop and champion innovative methodologies to accelerate contract awards.
• Direct and oversee coordination of proposal evaluation notices, fact‑finding questions, and final proposal revisions with senior leadership.
• Assist teams with proposal kickoffs and provide outline and formatting guidance for the Proposal Response.
• Provide guidance and strategy for Submit Gates, mentoring proposal team members on role delegation, responsibilities, and decision‑making at the lowest responsible level.
• Coordinate staffing on proposals and manage pre‑RFP activities to meet needs as appropriate.
• Leverage networks and opportunities with internal and external stakeholders to shape requirements.
• Emphasize compliance with export/import regulations, the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, and equivalent export control and business ethics regulations for foreign customers and partners.
• Multi‑task across multiple proposals simultaneously and assist the Capture Manager in guiding proposal team personnel.
• Travel as needed, no more than 10% of the time.

• Raytheon and Business Acumen – SBU & SSBU organizational structure, responsibilities within programs and functional areas, and deliverables.

• University degree or advanced degree in a related field.
• 12+ years of relevant experience or 10+ years if holding an advanced degree.
• Prior experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or equivalent.
• Active, transferable Top Secret clearance required prior to start.
• Experience managing and communicating across a highly matrixed organization, including finance, contracts, engineering, supply chain, and other functions.
• Experience establishing proposal response timelines, tracking, and providing status updates throughout the proposal cycle.

• Experience managing complex internal and external relationships, including collaboration with a prime contractor and the U.S. Government.
• Prior work in Supply Chain, Estimating, Capture Management, Finance, or Project Management.
• Experience in proposal and/or contracts management for multi‑year or multi‑award efforts.
• Experience managing cost, schedule, and performance, including EVM, in deadline‑driven environments.
• DAU, PMP, or other project management certifications.
• Understanding of the DoD acquisition process, DAU Program Management, and TINA compliance.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Competitive salary range: $157,200 – $298,800 USD.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverage: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits, fertility and family planning (Ovia Health).
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism benefit and Employee Assistance Plan (up to 10 free counseling sessions).
• Wellness incentives and rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits, Bright Horizons child and elder care services, Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.

Travel: Up to 10% of the work time.

Physical Requirement: Able to lift 20 lbs.

Shift: Day shift only.

May be eligible for relocation support.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.