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If so, then look to join the Stellar Innovations and Solutions team!\nThe selected applicant will become part of an existing team, in an environment that will challenge you, force you to continuously innovate, and work on solutions that make a difference.\nThere is a future for you here to support highly visible and strategic programs at SIS! If you love technology and want a career making a difference supporting meaningful Air Force and DOD programs, then Stellar Innovations is the company for you!\nStellar Innovations & Solutions Inc. is seeking aFederal Proposal Manager to support our proposal team on site in Dayton, OH.\n Position Title/Summary: Federal Proposal ManagerThe Federal Proposal Manager will join a fast paced, dynamic team, facilitating, conducting and supporting business development and market strategy activities across Stellar Innovations & Solutions Inc’s (SIS) Federal client capability portfolio. Reporting directly to the Proposal Development department Vice President, the Federal Proposal Manager will support the Proposal Development department by independently managing Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Information (RFI) responses of varying complexity in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. This role requires ownership of the proposal process for assigned federal contracting opportunities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with client needs. The individual will review, write, and develop proposals, managing all proposal development activities, including bid/no-go discussions, gathering and formatting information, writing drafts, obtaining necessary approvals, and tracking all awarded proposals and contracts. 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Duties will include, but are not limited to:\nAnalyze and interpret Draft RFP and Final RFP documents to develop compliant proposal artifacts such as compliance matrices, storyboards, and volume templates.\nServe as Proposal Lead on complex bids for agency-specific contracts, overseeing all phases from kickoff to final submission.\nCoordinate cross-functional teams including technical SMEs, pricing, and contracts to develop compelling, complaint, and winning proposals.\nFacilitate proposal development activities, including kick-off meetings, writing assignments, color team reviews, and final production, ensuring adherence to schedule and quality standards.\nMentor and supervise proposal team members, assigning tasks, reviewing deliverables, and reporting progress to executive leadership.\nDevelop and maintain proposal schedules, templates, and tools to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality across all submissions.\nChampion continuous process improvement, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance proposal development workflows and team collaboration.\nAssist in building and maintaining a robust boilerplate library of reusable content and graphics to improve proposal efficiency, consistency, and branding\nParticipate in Go/No Go bid decisions\nHelp curate Past Performance database and CPARs\nLead “debrief assessment” meetings to analyze recent wins and losses.\nProvide updates to management on proposal submission status.\nMaintain archival files of all RFPs and completed proposals.\nOccasionally attend trade shows or conferences on behalf of the company.\nPosition Requirements:\nMust be a U.S. citizen\nAbility to pass background screening prior to employment.\n5+ years of experience managing all phases of multi-volume, highly complex proposals, including collaboration with proposal teams, developing compliance matrices, outlines, and writing sections (technical, management, past performance, etc.).\nMinimum of 3 years of Federal Proposal Experience, including experience with DoD and Base Operations.\nUnderstanding of Federal proposal management government proposal process standards and practices, including review processes\n Knowledge of government contract types such as BPAs, GWACs, GSA Schedules, etc., and the governing FARS/DFARS\nStrong written, verbal communication and collaboration skills\nInterpersonal skills; able to build relationships at all levels and across organizations\nStrategic thinker and problem solver with attention to detail and excellent research skills\nProficient with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools\nDesired Skills/Abilities\nFormal APMP and/or Shipley training preferred\nExperience working with senior management and across multiple disciplines (technical, product management, marketing, pricing, contracts).\nComputer and IT Technical Writer preferred.\nA highly-collaborative, flexible, teamwork-oriented working style\nAbility to thrive in a dynamic environment and manage competing priorities effectively\nA positive attitude and an excitement for learning\nAbility to work independently or with a team.\nSalary commensurate with skills and experience.\nSIS, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. 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