Danbury Mission Technologies, LLC in
Proposal Manager (TS/SCI) {D}
Danbury Mission Technologies, LLC in, Danbury, Connecticut, us, 06813
Overview
Proposal Manager (TS/SCI) {D} (Finance) ARKA Group L.P. is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space domain. ARKA has a 60-year legacy reaching back to the very beginning of our country's space endeavors. We're a legacy of mission excellence built on ground-breaking technologies. Join the ARKA mission and discover your next career opportunity now! Position Overview
This position is for a Proposal Manager on the Strategy and Customer Development Team in Danbury, CT. It combines external relationship management with Prime Contractors and internally-focused, hands-on proposal activities. These actions support new business proposal efforts to ensure that proposals are high quality, compliant, and aligned to key ARKA Space and Defense strategies. Daily activities include leading and developing a winning proposal for a wide range of proposal types and sizes. A successful Proposal Manager will provide the leadership, coordination, resource allocation, strategy, and management needed to prepare the winning bid and drive rapid growth within the business. Responsibilities Proposal Strategy Work directly with business leadership to define and implement proposal strategies aligned with business goals and objectives Engage with key customers to develop a proposal strategy and understand mission needs and program imperatives
Proposal Development
Manage the entire process of developing and submitting proposals (including white papers, proposals, rough order of magnitude estimates, and responses to requests for information) from concept to final submission Analyze RFPs/RFIs to understand client requirements and develop a winning proposal strategy Manage timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure proposals are completed on time and within budget Ensure proposals meet all customer requirements and adhere to company standards Write, edit, and proofread proposal content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and persuasiveness Manage proposal reviews, incorporate feedback, and ensure continuous improvement Prepare and submit proposals to customers, often in a specific format and through a designated process Follow up on proposals, address customer questions, and potentially participate in presentations or negotiations Effect successful strategies in partnership with business leads and cross-functional teams to define and execute proposal strategies to meet customer mission needs Embed with the team to maximize effectiveness, support business decisions, and provide guidance Travel to customer sites as necessary
Qualifications
Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance . We will accept candidates who have been debriefed within the past 24 months and are able to cross over within 3 months Bachelor's degree with 10 years of experience in a technical or business-related field Experience in developing winning proposals within the DoD and the Intelligence Community Experience with federal procurement processes, regulations (e.g. FAR/DFARS), and contracting vehicles Results-oriented, independent, resourceful, proactive, and customer-focused while coordinating internally and externally to ARKA Excellent written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills with the ability to deliver messages to working level, executives, and external audiences Ability to handle many complex tasks and deadline pressure while maintaining a high attention to detail and quality Deep understanding and experience with the Department of Defense multi-int, and multi-domain intelligence, tasking, processing, exploitation, and dissemination Strong project management skills: ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and manage resources effectively Strong organizational skills: ability to organize and manage large amounts of information, documents, and data Strategic thinking: ability to develop winning proposal strategies and translate customer requirements into compelling proposals Knowledge of the proposal lifecycle, from RFP analysis to submission Attention to detail: ability to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance in proposals Team leadership: ability to lead and motivate teams to work collaboratively towards a common goal
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in technical or business or a related field Experience with Electro-optical space payloads and AI/ML techniques for tasking space payloads
Location
Danbury, CT (onsite at our facility) What We Offer
Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events 13 paid holidays Continuing education benefit for approved programs Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance 4 weeks paid Parental Leave Employee assistance program (EAP)
EHS/Environmental Requirements
This job operates in a professional office environment. The employee may need to move around the campus and occasionally lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. ITC & Security Clearance Requirements
This position requires an active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required in support of contract requirements. For dual citizens, the Company must obtain approval for access to information required for this position. Employment cannot begin until such approval is obtained, which may take several months. Visa Restrictions
No visa sponsorship is available for this position. Pre-employment Screenings
Employment with ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements, including a credit check, background check, and drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Proposal Manager (TS/SCI) {D} (Finance) ARKA Group L.P. is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space domain. ARKA has a 60-year legacy reaching back to the very beginning of our country's space endeavors. We're a legacy of mission excellence built on ground-breaking technologies. Join the ARKA mission and discover your next career opportunity now! Position Overview
This position is for a Proposal Manager on the Strategy and Customer Development Team in Danbury, CT. It combines external relationship management with Prime Contractors and internally-focused, hands-on proposal activities. These actions support new business proposal efforts to ensure that proposals are high quality, compliant, and aligned to key ARKA Space and Defense strategies. Daily activities include leading and developing a winning proposal for a wide range of proposal types and sizes. A successful Proposal Manager will provide the leadership, coordination, resource allocation, strategy, and management needed to prepare the winning bid and drive rapid growth within the business. Responsibilities Proposal Strategy Work directly with business leadership to define and implement proposal strategies aligned with business goals and objectives Engage with key customers to develop a proposal strategy and understand mission needs and program imperatives
Proposal Development
Manage the entire process of developing and submitting proposals (including white papers, proposals, rough order of magnitude estimates, and responses to requests for information) from concept to final submission Analyze RFPs/RFIs to understand client requirements and develop a winning proposal strategy Manage timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure proposals are completed on time and within budget Ensure proposals meet all customer requirements and adhere to company standards Write, edit, and proofread proposal content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and persuasiveness Manage proposal reviews, incorporate feedback, and ensure continuous improvement Prepare and submit proposals to customers, often in a specific format and through a designated process Follow up on proposals, address customer questions, and potentially participate in presentations or negotiations Effect successful strategies in partnership with business leads and cross-functional teams to define and execute proposal strategies to meet customer mission needs Embed with the team to maximize effectiveness, support business decisions, and provide guidance Travel to customer sites as necessary
Qualifications
Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance . We will accept candidates who have been debriefed within the past 24 months and are able to cross over within 3 months Bachelor's degree with 10 years of experience in a technical or business-related field Experience in developing winning proposals within the DoD and the Intelligence Community Experience with federal procurement processes, regulations (e.g. FAR/DFARS), and contracting vehicles Results-oriented, independent, resourceful, proactive, and customer-focused while coordinating internally and externally to ARKA Excellent written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills with the ability to deliver messages to working level, executives, and external audiences Ability to handle many complex tasks and deadline pressure while maintaining a high attention to detail and quality Deep understanding and experience with the Department of Defense multi-int, and multi-domain intelligence, tasking, processing, exploitation, and dissemination Strong project management skills: ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and manage resources effectively Strong organizational skills: ability to organize and manage large amounts of information, documents, and data Strategic thinking: ability to develop winning proposal strategies and translate customer requirements into compelling proposals Knowledge of the proposal lifecycle, from RFP analysis to submission Attention to detail: ability to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance in proposals Team leadership: ability to lead and motivate teams to work collaboratively towards a common goal
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in technical or business or a related field Experience with Electro-optical space payloads and AI/ML techniques for tasking space payloads
Location
Danbury, CT (onsite at our facility) What We Offer
Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events 13 paid holidays Continuing education benefit for approved programs Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance 4 weeks paid Parental Leave Employee assistance program (EAP)
EHS/Environmental Requirements
This job operates in a professional office environment. The employee may need to move around the campus and occasionally lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. ITC & Security Clearance Requirements
This position requires an active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required in support of contract requirements. For dual citizens, the Company must obtain approval for access to information required for this position. Employment cannot begin until such approval is obtained, which may take several months. Visa Restrictions
No visa sponsorship is available for this position. Pre-employment Screenings
Employment with ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements, including a credit check, background check, and drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr