Job Description & ResponsibilitiesTheBid & Proposal Analystleads the development of competitive proposals in response to RFIs, RFPs, Sources Sought notices, and BAAs across all DoD service branches. This roleis responsible forproducing compliant, persuasive, evaluator-ready submissions that advance Persistent Systems9 capture pipeline across Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and allied/internationalpartner programs.
Position Responsibilities
- Manage the full proposal lifecycle: kickoff, outline, writing, review cycles, and final production for DoD solicitations (RFP, RFI, BAA, OTA, IDIQ)
- CoordinateTechnical, Management, Past Performance, and Price Narrative volumes in compliance with FAR/DFARS and Section L/M requirements
- Develop andmaintaincompliance matrices, proposal outlines, and storyboards
- Leverage AI tools to accelerate proposal drafting, compliance checking, and competitive research 9maintainingrigorous human review of all AI-generated content
- Coordinate with engineering, program management, contracts, and legal to captureaccuratetechnical content, data rights language, and security compliance narrative
- Facilitate proposal kickoff, color team reviews (pink/red), and win/loss after-action analyses
- Maintain proposal content libraries, past performance databases, and boilerplate repositories
Job Qualifications & Experience
Minimum Qualifications
- Demonstrated, hands-onproficiencyapplying AI tools todrafting documentation: LLM-assisted drafting, prompt engineering, AI-assisted compliance checking, and competitive research
- Proficiencywith Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and SharePoint-based collaboration environments.
- Eligible for a U.S. Government security clearance; active clearance strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance
- 3years ofexperience as a Technical Writer, Proposal Manager,orResponse Coordinatorin the defense industrywith a demonstrated record of wins on competitive federal acquisitions.
- Experience responding to solicitations from Army (PEO C3T, AFC), Navy (NIWC PAC/LANT), Air Force (AFRL, AFLCMC), Marine Corps, or Coast Guard.
- Proficiencywith FAR/DFARS, CMMC, OTA solicitations, and the DoDI 5000 series acquisition pathways.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor9s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, Political Science, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
- APMP Foundation or Practitioner certification
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Standard office environment with a shared desk space and opportunity for hybrid schedule. Ability to stand/sit throughout the day using a computer and other standard office equipment. No offsite travel required.
Reporting Official:
Manager, Corporate Capture, Bid and Proposal
The base pay for this role can vary from $93,000 to $113,500 a year based on the selected individuals education and experience. Persistent Systems, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) plan with company match; fitness membership reimbursement; tuition assistance; mental health benefits; and veterinary benefits.
