About Electra: Electra is gathering a world-class team of engineers pioneering the next level of connectivity through direct aviation – a new category of safe, seamless, and convenient travel that makes new connections possible by bringing air travel closer to where we live, work, and play. With the launch of our Ultra Short, we have the technology to deliver on the promise of electric aviation to provide sustainable, affordable, and accessible travel. Electra's hybrid-electric propulsion system significantly reduces emissions and noise, making it a game-changer for sustainable aviation. The combination of blown lift with distributed electric propulsion provides capabilities that no one else offers. We are looking for insanely talented people who want to do meaningful work to help usher in the next phase of aviation.
Primary Purpose: We’re looking for an amazing
Senior Proposal Specialist to work onsite at our Manassas, VA office. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of winning U.S. government contract proposals and will be adept at creating compelling, accurate, and compliant proposals.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions:
- Develop, write, and edit proposals responding to RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, program management, and business development, to gather necessary information and insights.
- Ensure proposals comply with all solicitation requirements and company standards.
- Translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and persuasive content.
- Manage the proposal development process from start to finish, including scheduling, coordinating reviews, and final submission.
- Research prospective clients and competitors to tailor proposals effectively.
- Maintain a repository of proposal content and templates for future use.
- Provide support for oral presentations and client meetings as needed.
- Administer and coordinate activities involved in the development and revision of proposals.
- Develop schedules and identify resources required to perform proposal review and production.
- Create compliance matrices and ensure client requirements of each solicitation are fully satisfied.
- Create and foster relationships with colleagues and management to create a collaborative process for proposal efforts.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Required Skills
- Strong ability to deliver proposal initiatives driven by the Business Development and Engineering leadership teams.
- Proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and highly tech-savvy.
- Demonstrated success in winning SBIR contracts or other U.S. government proposals.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously.
- Knowledge of the FAR and federal contracting requirements.
- US Person (Citizen or Green Card) Required for this position.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Technical Writing, Business Administration, or related discipline.
- 6+ years related professional proposal coordination/management experience in a federal government contracting environment (or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience).
Preferred Skills
- Experience in the government, military, or aerospace or defense industry.
- Knowledge of government contracting processes and regulations.
- Technical background in aerospace or engineering.
- Ability to author cost volumes.
- Track record of authoring and winning government contract proposals.
Salary: Electra’s salary range for this position is: $81,250.00 – 181,250.00. Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors, including project budgets, job-related skills, experience, relevant education and/or training, role, level, location, and project.
Compensation and Benefits:
In addition to offering an exciting work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making Ultra Short flight a reality, at Electra, we offer an unparalleled total rewards package. Electra offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance, generous PTO and sick leave, company holidays, paid winter break, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting. Life at Electra includes a variety of perks, such as free catered lunches, amazing coffee, snacks, drinks, fruit, free parking, and opportunities for much more.
Working Conditions:
Work is typically performed in a warehouse/aviation and office environment, which requires proper safety precautions. Work may require some physical effort in handling light materials, boxes, power tools, prototypes, and different materials or equipment. Due to the nature of our business and projects, some fieldwork may be required, working in both indoor and outdoor conditions. You may need to lift up to 50 lbs.
Commitment:
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace, to apply for our job openings. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture.
Electra is committed to a work environment that is inclusive to all and free of discrimination. It is our policy to be an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other factors prohibited by law. Electra will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.
Electra is an E-Verify employer.
