Proposal Manager/Technical Writer

Innovative Rocket Technologies Inc.

$80K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Engineering, Communications, Business, or related field
  • 3-6 years in proposal writing or management, preferably in aerospace, defense, or technology
  • Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills with keen attention to detail
  • Understanding of federal acquisition and funding mechanisms (NASA, DoD, SBIR/STTR)
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and coordinate cross-functional input
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe; proposal management platforms experience is a plus
  • Comfortable in fast-paced, high-accountability environments

Responsibilities

  • Lead the preparation and submission of proposals for contracts
  • Collaborate with engineering, business development, and leadership to craft technical narratives
  • Manage proposal schedules, compliance matrices, and submission requirements
  • Review solicitations to determine key requirements and evaluation criteria
  • Coordinate input from SMEs and technical contributors for consistency
  • Maintain a proposal content library ensuring brand consistency
  • Support grant applications, white papers, and internal reviews
  • Track proposal metrics and improve processes for future submissions

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Wellness Resources
Full Job Description
This role is perfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of engineering, business strategy, and storytelling - helping translate complex technical work into winning proposals.

The Role:
  • Lead the preparation, coordination, and submission of proposals for NASA, DoD, and commercial contracts
  • Work closely with engineering, business development, and leadership teams to develop clear, persuasive technical narratives
  • Manage proposal schedules, compliance matrices, and submission requirements
  • Review solicitations (RFIs, RFPs, BAAs) and identify key requirements and evaluation criteria
  • Coordinate input from SMEs and technical contributors to ensure consistency and alignment
  • Maintain a proposal content library and ensure brand and message consistency
  • Support grant applications, white papers, and internal review processes
  • Track proposal metrics and develop process improvements for future submissions

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Communications, Business, or related field
  • 3-6 years of experience in proposal writing or management (aerospace, defense, or technology preferred)
  • Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Understanding of federal acquisition and funding mechanisms (NASA, DoD, SBIR/STTR, etc.)
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and coordinate cross-functional input
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe tools; experience with proposal management platforms a plus
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment

Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Wellness Resources

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