Principal Specialist, Proposal Manager; Remote

United States of America

US-MD-REMOTE

Remote

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At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world‑class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

As a Proposal Manager, you will play a critical role in driving the success of business pursuits by leading the development of compliant, persuasive, and high-quality proposals. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver proposals that articulate the capture strategy, win themes, and value propositions. This role requires exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

• Lead the proposal lifecycle, including kickoff meetings, RFP reviews, outline development, requirements allocation, and author assignments
• Manage proposal schedules, milestones, and resources, ensuring adherence to deadlines and high-quality standards
• Coordinate and oversee content reviews to ensure compliance, consistency, and alignment with win strategies
• Edit and format proposal documents, ensuring clarity, cohesion, and professional presentation
• Facilitate key milestone reviews, including Pink, Red, and Gold Team assessments
• Collaborate with Capture Team Leaders (CTLs) and subject matter experts to refine proposal themes and strategies
• Support post-submission activities, such as clarification questions, oral presentation preparation, and after-action reviews
• Ensure continuity across proposal deliverables, incorporating win strategies and addressing customer requirements effectively
• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Office and proposal management software to produce high-quality deliverables

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• Experience in managing proposal development processes, including planning, execution, and post-submission phases
• 3+ years of experience in proposal management or a similar capacity
• Experience with Microsoft Office required, including advanced skills in Word and Excel for document formatting and publishing
• Experience in editing and formatting complex proposal documents to ensure compliance and professional presentation

• Certification in Association for Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) or formal Shipley & Associates training
• Experience in technical and persuasive writing, editing, and publishing within complex business environments
• Familiarity with Salesforce for opportunity tracking and sales collaboration
• Experience using AI tools for content development, including prompt creation and refinement
• Background in the aviation industry
• Proficiency in proposal management tools such as Qvidian and Visible Thread

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of…