Associate Proposal Manager

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4

ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.
** Qualifications You Must Have:
*** B.A. (or equivalent degree) - a higher-level degree may substitute for relevant experience
* Typically, 2+ years of business experience, which includes 1-2 years of proposal experience.
* A higher-level degree that includes proposal experience and writing may substitute for professional proposal experience
* Ability to utilize proposal management software and AI tools
* Ability to simultaneously manage multiple proposals of all sizes from proposal planning to delivery
* Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to motivate/work with others
* Ability to work within time constraints, have a flexible schedule, be ready to meet changing deadlines and priorities to capture proposal needs
* ** The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
**** Qualifications We Prefer:
*** Self-starter and a problem solver; must have the ability to see the big picture and implement changes as required
* Prior experience in a Lead role; the ability to mentor, train, guide and inspect the work of team members and coordinate project tasks to ensure milestones are met
* Association for Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) Certification
* Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military
* Experience preparing Pricing Volumes to include work breakdown structure (WBS) and Basis of Estimate (BOE), including government contracting proposal processes and procedures
* Understanding of one or more of Adobe Creative Suite applications:
InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat
* Skills in the use of MS Word, i.e., formatting, outlining, graphics integration, for the use of proposals

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $82,039.23 - $. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers 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, tuition reimbursement, and .
** IMPORTANT NOTICE:
** This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants.

Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal…