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Proposal Management Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Impulse Space

Proposal Manager

Redondo Beach, CA

While writing proposals is a key element of the role, this role also involves interfacing with a wide range of teams across the company including Engineering, Finance, Legal, Mission Management, and ...

Fisher & Phillips LLP

Proposal Manager

Woodland Hills, CA · On-site +1

$115K - $125K/yr

Key Responsibilities Proposal Development and Management * Manage the entire lifecycle of the proposal process, from initial scoping to confirmation of delivery, for complex RFPs, RFIs, informal ...

Fisher & Phillips LLP

Proposal Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$115K - $125K/yr

Key Responsibilities Proposal Development and Management * Manage the entire lifecycle of the proposal process, from initial scoping to confirmation of delivery, for complex RFPs, RFIs, informal ...

Fisher & Phillips LLP

Proposal Manager

Sacramento, CA · On-site +1

$115K - $125K/yr

Key Responsibilities Proposal Development and Management * Manage the entire lifecycle of the proposal process, from initial scoping to confirmation of delivery, for complex RFPs, RFIs, informal ...

Anchor QEA

Proposal Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

Proposal Manager Location: Irvine, CA (or local to any Anchor QEA office) Job Type:Regular ... Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks ...

Fisher & Phillips LLP

Proposal Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$115K - $125K/yr

Key Responsibilities Proposal Development and Management * Manage the entire lifecycle of the proposal process, from initial scoping to confirmation of delivery, for complex RFPs, RFIs, informal ...

Anchor QEA

Proposal Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

$101K - $115K/yr

Proposal Manager Location: Irvine, CA (or local to any Anchor QEA office) Job Type: Regular ... Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks ...

Impulse Space

Proposal Manager

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

While writing proposals is a key element of the role, this role also involves interfacing with a wide range of teams across the company including Engineering, Finance, Legal, Mission Management, and ...

HDR

Water Proposal Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

As a Proposal Manager, you'll sit at the center of some of our most important pursuits and work ... Excellent time management, organizational and strategic marketing communication skills * Ability to ...

Anchor QEA

Proposal Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

$101K - $115K/yr

Proposal Manager Location: Irvine, CA (or local to any Anchor QEA office) Job Type: Regular ... Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks ...

Anchor Qea

Proposal Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$101K - $115K/yr

Proposal Manager Location: Irvine, CA (or local to any Anchor QEA office) Job Type:Regular ... Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks ...

HDR

Water Proposal Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

As a Proposal Manager, you'll sit at the center of some of our most important pursuits and work ... Excellent time management, organizational and strategic marketing communication skills * Ability to ...

HDR

Water Proposal Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

As a Proposal Manager, you'll sit at the center of some of our most important pursuits and work ... Excellent time management, organizational and strategic marketing communication skills * Ability to ...

Teichert

Proposal Specialist

Roseville, CA · On-site

Manages multiple pursuits concurrently while meeting quality standards and deadlines. * Coordinates ... Assists in proposal production in-house (print, assemble and bind). * Assists in creating ...

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What is the difference between Proposal Management vs Proposal Coordinator?

AspectProposal ManagementProposal Coordinator
Primary ResponsibilitiesOversees entire proposal process, develops strategies, manages teams, and ensures complianceSupports proposal development, coordinates schedules, gathers documents, and assists with editing
Required SkillsProject management, leadership, strategic planning, industry knowledgeOrganizational skills, communication, attention to detail, document management
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles often in offices, liaising with multiple departmentsAdministrative support in office settings, collaborating with proposal teams

Proposal Management involves leading the entire proposal process, focusing on strategy and team coordination, while Proposal Coordinators support the process through administrative tasks and document management. Both roles are essential in winning bids but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Proposal Manager

Impulse Space

Redondo Beach, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

As a Proposal Manager at Impulse Space you will be responsible for ensuring Impulse produces high-quality proposals for submission to competitive business opportunities with a focus on opportunities for US Government programs. While writing proposals is a key element of the role, this role also involves interfacing with a wide range of teams across the company including Engineering, Finance, Legal, Mission Management, and Business Development. You will work alongside other members of the Business Development team to evaluate opportunities, formulate solutions, and communicate proposal strategies to the rest of the company. This is a technical role that involves reading, understanding, and summarizing technical requirements documents as part of the proposal process.
  • Act as a primary contributor to writing technical proposals, both as a writer and editor
  • Own the proposal process with an eye towards continuous improvement and streamlining of future proposal efforts
  • Read, understand, and summarize the complex requirements of new customer opportunities
  • Breakdown proposal efforts into tasks and manage process of collecting inputs from technical experts within the company
  • Develop and maintain proposal schedules
  • Help develop supporting graphics and materials for proposals
  • Edit proposals for clarity, accuracy, and readability
  • Ensure proposals are compliant with submission rules
  • Help maintain repository of frequently used proposal information
  • When possible, assist other teams with writing, editing, and communication needs including technical white papers
  • Bachelor's degree in technical field, or related 
  • 5+ years of demonstrated experience in a role as a writer and/or editor
  • 2+ years of experience with publishing professional documents
  • Ability to communicate technical material clearly and professionally
  • Proficiency with planning and managing schedules
  • Engineering or science degree or a degree in journalism, English, technical writing, or professional writing
  • 5+ years' of demonstrated experience with writing government proposals or grants
  • Demonstrated technical knowledge related to the Aerospace industry
  • Demonstrated ability to manage large writing projects
  • Demonstrated experience writing academic papers or technical white papers
  • Familiarity with FAR/DFARS
  • Expert English language writing skills
  • Active TS/SCI clearance
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.  
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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