Mgr II- Proposals

Requisition Number

113096BR

BAE Systems Combat Mission Systems (CMS) is hiring a Proposal Manager responsible for the management of activities and staff associated with the development of proposals in response to Government solicitations. As a Proposal Manager you will operate independently to develop proposal outlines, compliance matrices, proposal schedules, and provide leadership and direction to cross-functional teams assigned to work proposal efforts; ensure proposal response is compliant, compelling, and completed on schedule; partner with Capture Managers to ensure opportunity strategies, solutions, themes, and discriminators are woven into proposal response; and ensure proposal is completed and delivered to Government within prescribed time periods. You will also manage a team of Proposal Analysts to grow and develop their skills in support of proposal activities. Additional compliance to BAE System’s LCM phases 0 – 1B is required, including developing integrated proposal schedules with phase reviews, bid status reviews, and technical bid approval.

This position can be based out of a major CMS site including, Sterling Heights, MI; Minneapolis, MN; or York, PA. Consideration may be made for other CMS sites.

This is a Hybrid Onsite/Remote role where you will work onsite on average 3 days a week and remote 2 days a week, based on business needs.

This position will involve 25% of travel, there may be times when more travel is required based on business needs.

Responsibilities:

Independently manage highly complex proposals involving the design, engineering, implementation, deployment, and sustainment of complex Combat and Weapons System solutions across the US Department of Defense market.

Develop all proposal development materials including but not limited to proposal outline, compliance matrix, proposal management plan, proposal kick-off meeting materials, storyboard and writing plans.

Support development of Proposal Strategies and ensure they are incorporated into the Proposal Response documents.

Ensure win strategies and themes are effectively presented in storyboards (or annotated outlines), drafts, and final volumes.

Review proposal sections developed by members of proposal teams providing guidance and recommendations, editing sections as appropriate.

Work with Volume Managers to ensure compatibility between proposal volumes.

Provide training, direction, and guidance to proposal team on all aspects of proposal development, including theme, text, and graphics development.

Review all outlines, storyboards, text, and graphics for clarity, conformance, consistency, and completeness.

Review and analyze solicitation and related documents ensuring final proposal product is compliant and delivered on schedule.

Support process improvement activities by serving as participant on tasks assigned.

Interface with Business Development, Capture Management, Engineering, Program Management, Contracts, Security, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders for proposal related activities and to communicate proposal scope of work.

Manage and mentor Proposal Analysts by teaching them good proposal management techniques and ensuring they adhere to CMS processes and procedures.

Job Posting Title

Proposal Manager

Job Family

Proposal Analysis

Travel Percentage

25%

Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

Secret

Shift

1st Shift

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

Ability to obtain a United States Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance

Ability and willingness to accommodate 25%-50% of travel based on business requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience

Experience in Proposal Management in Department of Defense (DoD) as Prime Contractor for large, complex Product Production programs

Experience in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Other Transaction Agreements (OTA) contract proposals

Experience in leading the Competitive Proposals process

Experience in Leadership with the ability to train, mentor, and develop team

Ability to lead competitive proposals and train on processes and best practices

Ability to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

Ability to work cross-functionally in fast-paced environment and deadlines

Ability to support process improvement initiatives

Effective planning and organizational skills

Strong writing and editing skills

Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred Skills and Education

Active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Professional Certification

Experience in SharePoint

Expertise in DoD Competitive Proposals processes

Expertise in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Other Transaction Agreements (OTA) contract proposals

Exceptional servant leadership skills

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Department

32BUS_P&S CMS Business Development

Company

130_BAE Systems Land&Armaments LP

Posting Requirements

Internal/External

Job Category

Business Development, Strategy & Planning

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Business Area

Combat Mission Systems

Salary Max Point

224400

Salary Min Point

132000

Union Job

None

Recruiter

Jessica George