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Experienced Proposal Management Specialist

Los Angeles, California; El Segundo, California Job ID JR2025445737 Category Sales & Marketing Post Date Mar. 09, 2025 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is currently hiring for an ExperiencedProposal Management Specialist to join the Business Capture and Operations Team, located in El Segundo, CA.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience actively participating in proposal development as a proposal manager, proposal volume lead, or author.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Support the Capture Team Leader (CTL) in the development and integration of win strategies, themes and messages to help differentiate the program.
  • Leads assigned sales and campaign activities by contributing to the development of strategies and tactics with minimal guidance.
  • Coordinate with Capture Tools & Processes and multi-functional teams regarding development/implementation of new tools and improvements to existing tools
  • Develop proposal staffing requirements, proposal team organization and staffing plan.
  • Prepare and maintain a proposal schedule to include Win Strategy Steering Committee (WSSC), internal reviews, technical and programmatic baselines, delivery of critical data (Supplier Quotes, Basis of Estimates (BOEs), etc.) color teams, gates, technical editing and production.
  • Ensure the Opportunity’s Win Strategies and “One Boeing” approach are integrated into the proposal deliverables through theme statements, key messages and graphics etc.
  • Ensure the Boeing discriminators are developed, reviewed and approved and integrated into the proposal deliverables.
  • Define the proposal outline, responsibilities, and key events (competitive assessment, storyboards, review teams, production, etc.).
  • Develop and define proposal related server/SharePoint/Electronic Desktop Proposal System (eDPS) structures so information is easy to find.
  • Shred Request for Proposal (RFP).
  • Build the proposal compliance matrix and track the fulfillment of all requirements.
  • Lead and present at the proposal kickoff session with all functional leaders/participants attending; provide a clear outline and set the vision for: the proposal plans, schedules, milestones, assignments, reviews and delivery and post-delivery criteria.
  • Facilitate proposal team as to how to develop, write, and revise proposal content that is clear, concise and solicitation compliant.
  • Conduct regular proposal progress status meetings, meet one-on-one with proposal stakeholders and maintain the proposal schedule.
  • Direct and participate in writing/editing/rewriting efforts, as needed.
  • Oversee final proposal, desktop publishing, editing, proofreading, security review, printing, binding and early or on-time delivery.
  • Organize and conduct lessons learned sessions.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

This position requires an active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent or higher
  • 1 or more years of experience with DOD and/or government acquisition processes
  • 3 or more years of experience with proposal management
  • Proven experience communicating, writing and briefing external senior level customers
  • 2 or more years of experience collecting, interpreting data, and managing projects
  • Capable of traveling up to 30% of the time

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Level 5: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience or military experience
  • 5+ years of experience with proposal management
  • APMP certification or Shipley certification
  • Experience in supporting Intelligence Community projects or activities

Typical Education & Experience:

(Level 4)

Bachelor's degree and typically 8 or more years’ related work experience, a Master’s degree and typically 6 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

(Level 5)

Bachelor's degree and typically 10 or more years’ related work experience, a Master’s degree and typically 8 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary pay range:

Level 4: $124,200 - $151,800

Level 5: $153,900 - $188,100


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 19, 2025


Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift


Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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