Past Performance Writer

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

$107K — $143K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Technical Disciplines, Business Administration, English, Journalism, or related field
  • 8+ years of federal proposal writing experience
  • Experience as a Volume Lead or Lead Proposal Writer
  • Hands-on experience with Past Performance Volumes for government proposals
  • Active Secret clearance is required
  • US Citizenship is mandatory

Responsibilities

  • Lead and write Past Performance Volumes for proposals valued from $50M to $1B+
  • Collaborate with Solutions Architects and Subject Matter Experts for data collection
  • Conduct research on GDIT past performance references
  • Write, edit, and revise proposal materials for accuracy
  • Analyze RFP requirements and engage in solution meetings
  • Participate in color team reviews and quality improvement initiatives

Benefits

  • Variety of medical, dental, and vision plan options
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Full flex work weeks and generous paid time off plans
  • Short and long-term disability benefits
  • Life and accident insurance options
  • Regular reviews of benefits to remain competitive
Full Job Description
Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Proposals

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Communication, Editing English, Proposal Writing, Researching, Writing
Certifications:
None
Experience:
8 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

GDIT is currently seeking a Past Performance Proposal Writer to join our team! In this role you will be responsible for the development, planning, and writing of compliant and compelling proposal content. As a key member of the proposal team, you will support GDIT Capture Managers and Proposal Managers in the planning and development of proposal win themes, and the identification of discriminators, benefits, and key features of solutions on proposals across the entire enterprise.

** Hybrid schedule requiring min 3+ days/week in Herndon, VA office (5 days/week as needed).

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
  • Serve as Volume Lead and/or Lead Writer for Past Performance Volumes of classified and non-classified proposals at GDIT ranging in value from $50M to $1B+. Expert knowledge and hands-on experience in developing sections of federal proposals is a key requirement for this position.
  • Work closely with Solutions Architects and Subject Matter Experts and operations staff to collect data required for the development of Past Performance Volumes.
  • Research potential GDIT past performance references using the available resources.
  • Write, edit, and revise proposal materials and coordinate with technical and program personnel to ensure accuracy.
  • Analyze RFP requirements and participate in solution meetings.
  • Participate in color team reviews.
  • Participate in the continuing quality improvement initiatives.


WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Technical Disciplines, Business Administration, English, Journalism, or a related technical or business discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training, or work experience.
  • 8+ years of federal proposal writing for a government contractor or equivalent technical experience.
  • Experience as a Volume Lead, Book Boss, or Lead Proposal Writer.
  • Experience writing Past Performance Volumes in support of intelligence community customers preferred.
  • US Citizenship is required
  • Active Secret clearance required
  • Location: Hybrid schedule requiring min 3+ days/week in Herndon, VA office (5 days/week as needed).


The likely salary range for this position is $107,744 - $143,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Hybrid

Work Location:
USA VA Herndon

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

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