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Senior Proposal Writer

Reston, VA · Remote

The Senior Proposal Writer provides strategic writing expertise to competitive Federal proposals and helps advance organizational standards for proposal content, processes, and quality. This remote ...

eSimplicity

Senior Proposal Writer

Columbia, MD · Remote

$101K - $150K/yr

Our Senior Proposal Writer/Editor will not only plan, write, edit, and deliver winning proposal content in response to Federal solicitations to set our company apart from the pack in our proposal ...

eSimplicity

Senior Proposal Writer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$101K - $150K/yr

Our Senior Proposal Writer/Editor will not only plan, write, edit, and deliver winning proposal content in response to Federal solicitations to set our company apart from the pack in our proposal ...

eSimplicity

Senior Proposal Writer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$101K - $150K/yr

Our Senior Proposal Writer/Editor will not only plan, write, edit, and deliver winning proposal content in response to Federal solicitations to set our company apart from the pack in our proposal ...

asrcfh

Senior Proposal Writer

Reston, VA · Remote

The Senior Proposal Writer provides strategic writing expertise to competitive Federal proposals and helps advance organizational standards for proposal content, processes, and quality. This remote ...

ASRC Federal Holding

Senior Proposal Writer

Reston, VA · On-site

$94K - $118K/yr

The Senior Proposal Writer provides strategic writing expertise to competitive Federal proposals and helps advance organizational standards for proposal content, processes, and quality. This remote ...

ASRC Federal

Senior Proposal Writer

Reston, VA · On-site

$100 - $160/hr

The Senior Proposal Writer provides strategic writing expertise to competitive Federal proposals and helps advance organizational standards for proposal content, processes, and quality. This remote ...

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Brillient

Senior Proposal Writer

Reston, VA · On-site

Brillient is seeking an exceptional Senior Proposal Writer who doesn't just produce compliant responses - they produce winning ones. This individual will serve as the cornerstone of our proposal ...

RIVA Solutions Inc.

Sr. Proposal Writer

Reston, VA · On-site

$100 - $120/hr

Senior Proposal Writer Location: Hybrid - Reston, VA Terms: Full Time Clearance: None Travel: 0-10% RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY. That's RIVA. We're a mission-driven IT services ...

Arcfield

Senior Proposal Writer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Writes, rewrites, and edits documents in response to full lifecycle proposal requirements. * Collaborates with subject matter experts, proposal team, and other stakeholders to develop compliant ...

ManTech International

Senior Proposal Writer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$88 - $147/hr

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Proposal Writer to join our team in support of Strategic Pursuits Group (SPG) operations in Herndon, VA. This is a hybrid position ...

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ManTech International

Senior Proposal Writer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$88K - $147K/yr

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Proposal Writer to join our team in support of Strategic Pursuits Group (SPG) operations in Herndon, VA. This is a hybrid position ...

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ManTech

Senior Proposal Writer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$88K - $147K/yr

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Proposal Writer to join our team in support of Strategic Pursuits Group (SPG) operations in Herndon, VA. This is a hybrid position ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior proposal writer in Washington is $104,833.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,400.00 and $114,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Senior Proposal Writer leads the development of compelling proposals to secure business contracts and funding. They analyze requests for proposals (RFPs), collaborate with subject matter experts, and craft persuasive content that aligns with client needs. They also ensure proposals comply with company standards and deadlines. Their role often includes editing, formatting, and managing the proposal timeline to improve win rates.

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Senior Proposal Writer

asrcfh

Reston, VA • Remote

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

ASRC Federal rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

243rd of 453 rated engineering

Job description

ASRC Federal is seeking a Senior Proposal Writer to join our growing Proposal Operations Center. The Senior Proposal Writer provides strategic writing expertise to competitive Federal proposals and helps advance organizational standards for proposal content, processes, and quality. This remote role requires occasional travel, primarily within the Washington, DC metropolitan area, with additional travel as needed to support onsite bid team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

· Proposal Development and Leadership

o Lead the development of compliant, compelling proposal content for Federal Government solicitations.

o Collaborate with Proposal Managers, Capture Managers, Solution Architects, and SMEs to understand technical and management approaches, identify discriminators, and articulate key themes.

o Develop technical, management, transition, past performance, resume, and staffing sections aligned with solicitation requirements and corporate messaging.

o Coordinate writing assignments across SMEs, subcontractors, and other proposal writers; ensure consistency of voice, clarity, and compliance.

o Conduct interviews with SMEs and translate technical concepts into clear, customer-focused narrative.

o Create annotated outlines and response mockups to guide writing efforts and ensure compliance.

· Quality Assurance and Compliance

o Perform compliance reviews and identify gaps or risks within proposal sections.

o Collaborate across ASRC Federal, subsidiaries, and subcontractors to refine and strengthen content.

o Participate in color team reviews and incorporate feedback to enhance proposal quality.

· Performance Expectations

o Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

o Ability to contribute to proposal strategy discussions.

o Ability to elevate writing quality across teams.

Required Qualifications

· Demonstrated experience leading and developing proposal sections (i.e., Executive Summaries, Technical, Management, Transition, Past Performance, Staffing Plans, etc.) as the lead writer.

· Bachelor's degree required (English, Technical Writing, Computer Science, or IT concentration preferred).

· 10+ years of Federal Government experience as proposal author and Volume Lead. Education may be used in lieu of experience.

· Experience developing or refining Information Technology (IT) solutions and supporting technical teams in focusing on and articulating a technical approach preferred.

· Ability to organize, manage, and collaborate with other authors and various levels of internal staff and teammates.

· Ability to manage and prioritize multiple simultaneous assignments and meet critical deadlines.

· Demonstrated experience in developing annotated outlines and response mockups for proposals or other Federal Government responses.

· Willingness to work non-traditional work hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.

· This is a remote position that requires periodic travel to support onsite proposal development activities. Most travel will occur within the Washington, DC metropolitan area, with additional domestic travel as needed during active bids. Travel frequency may increase during high-priority or fast-turnaround proposals.

Preferred Qualifications

· APMP Certification or equivalent proposal certification and training.

· Familiarity with AI-based tools for proposal drafting and content development.

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