Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field.
5-8 years in a customer-facing technical role, with 3-5 years as a Presales Engineer.
Experience with federal government projects as a Presales Engineer.
Strong background in federal IT domains (e.g., cloud engineering, cybersecurity, AI/ML).
Familiarity with government acquisition processes and RFP structures.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills for crafting proposals and briefings.
Ability to handle tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Responsibilities
Develop technical solutions for federal RFPs and RFIs aligned with Astor's services.
Write high-quality proposal content covering various technical and management approaches.
Collaborate with subject matter experts to create clear narratives and visuals.
Support the creation of client presentation materials including slides and messaging.
Stay informed on federal IT trends and agency priorities.
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing solution guidance and relationship management.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and all Federal Holidays off.
Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance Coverage.
Retirement Savings Plan.
Pre-Tax Benefit Programs.
Wellness and Work-Life Support.
Professional Development opportunities.
Performance and Referral Bonuses.
Life and Disability Insurance.
Full Job Description
Pre-sales Technical Engineer. This is a full-time position. If local to DMV area, hybrid schedule is preferred.
Roles & Responsibilities
Develop technical solutions for federal RFPs, RFIs, and white papers that align with Astor's services and capabilities.
Write high quality proposal content including technical approach, staffing approach, transition and transformation plans, management approach, and innovation.
Work with program and technical SMEs to capture solution details and translate them into clear narrative and visuals.
Support client presentation development, including slides, messaging, and solution storytelling.
Stay current on federal IT trends, agency priorities, and industry approaches.
Serve as a trusted advisor for select customers, providing periodic touchpoints, high level solution guidance, and relationship support.
Additional duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
5 to 8 years of experience in a customer-facing technical role with 3 to 5 years' experience as a Presales Engineer with a focus on selling technical solutions
Federal government industry experience as a Presales Engineer
Strong understanding of federal IT domains including application development, cloud engineering, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, Agile delivery, data analytics, AI/ML, and network engineering.
Understanding of government acquisition processes and RFP structure.
Excellent written and oral communications skills with proven ability to generate and present briefings on corporate capabilities to key stakeholders, write proposals, articulate technology solutions, etc.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple parallel efforts.
Benefits
Astor & Sanders Corporation (www.astor-sanders.com) offers a unique, stimulating and challenging environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance.
Some of our competitive benefits include
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and all Federal Holidays off
Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance Coverage
