Proposal Development Manager Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. 

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Job Summary

Voyager Technologies is seeking a Project Manager to join its Proposal Development Team. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Director of Proposal Development and be responsible for three primary functions: managing the development of proposals for our commercial spacecraft delivery service and spacecraft systems; developing SoWs, schedules, budgets, risk registers, and other supporting content for use within those proposals; and engaging with customers, partners, and vendors who are involved in Astrobotic's proposal process. The ability to work on-site in Pittsburgh is preferred, but remote work will be considered for strong candidates.

Job responsibilities: 

• Manage the proposal development process from kickoff through submission for Astrobotic's proposals to NASA, the DoW, and other government and commercial customers.
• Coordinate the work of cross-functional proposal teams, including engineers/subject matter experts, technical proposal writers, graphic designers, and others by assigning roles, tracking deliverables, and holding regular check-in meetings.
• Develop and manage proposal project schedules, ensuring that all milestones are met up to and including final proposal submission.
• Develop SoWs, schedules, budgets, and risk registers for Astrobotic's proposals.
• Help write text for PM-related proposal sections, including schedule narratives, pricing justifications, risk and mitigation plans, project management plans, supply chain management plans, facilities descriptions, etc.
• Engage with and manage deliverables from external partners and vendors who are supporting Astrobotic's proposals.
• Engage with the proposal customer by communicating with the CO, attending industry days virtually or in-person, submitting Q&A, and monitoring solicitation websites and portals.
• Identify, track, and ensure compliance with all proposal requirements.
• Plan and run internal proposal color reviews.
• Help maintain proposal templates, content libraries, and submitted proposal archives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Pursuit of relevant advanced degrees, relevant internships, or other relevant experiences may be considered in lieu of professional experience.
• 4+ years of professional experience with 2+ years of experience in project management.
• Experience managing hardware or software programs within the aerospace industry, or similar work in a related field.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities and staggered deliverables.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly organized with a tenacious attention to detail.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including comfort with ambiguity and concepts that do not yet have firm technical requirements.
• Ability to motivate and influence others, build effective interpersonal relationships, and foster and contribute to a positive and productive team environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently without supervision to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel, MS Project, and other common tools and applications.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience managing or supporting government proposals.
• Experience managing technical development for first-of-its-kind products or services.
• Experience in customer or partner engagement within the aerospace industry.
• Experience in vendor / supply chain management within the aerospace industry.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.  

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. 

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120-130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730-774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. 

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