Capture and Proposal Manager

Bombardier; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Competitive base salary

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Tele Health

Job summary

Bombardier is seeking a Job Capture and Proposal Manager in Wichita to drive bid responses and coordinate proposals for aircraft modification and special mission engineering services.

You will lead cross-functional teams, prepare technical content for customers, and manage schedules, budgets, and approvals while ensuring compliance with ITAR and related requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• At least 5 years of engineering or technical program management experience at Bombardier Aerospace or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of proposal and/or project management experience.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with sales on bid strategy and winning conditions.
• Prepare technical presentations for customers showcasing Bombardier capabilities.
• Prepare, support and organize customer meetings and visits.
• Prepare customer proposals for modification programs and engineering support.
• Plan the path to final proposal schedule to meet timelines.
• Manage internal/external resources and stakeholders during proposals.
• Plan overall program framework, budget and schedule.
• Develop/manage SOWs and TSORs for aircraft modifications and special mission services.
• Prepare management reviews and obtain approvals.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer-facing skills

Negotiation

Team player

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Competitive base salary
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tele Health Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• Coordinate, in conjunction with sales, the overall strategy for bid response; including identifying winning conditions.
• Prepare technical presentations for customers, showcasing Bombardier aircraft and Bombardier Defense capabilities.
• Prepare, support and organize customer meetings and/or visits.
• Prepare customer Proposals for modification programs and/or engineering support activities.
• Plan the path to final proposal schedule to meet required timelines.
• Manage internal and/or external resources and stakeholders during the proposal stage to establish Program strategy and build a proposal.
• Plan overall initial program framework, budget and schedule.
• Develop and/or manage statements of work (SOW) and technical statements of requirements (TSOR) relating to aircraft modification and/or special mission engineering services.
• Prepare management reviews and obtain management approvals.

How to thrive in this role?

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or another related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Have at least of 5 years of experience in engineering or technical program management at Bombardier Aerospace, and/or equivalent engineering activities related to Bombardier aircraft.
• Have at least of 5 years of experience in proposal and/or project management.
• Be a team player with initiative and excellent communication skills.
• Have excellent customer-facing skills and experience.
• Have the ability to effectively negotiate in-line with business objectives.
• Be able to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working towards short deadlines.
• Have a strong working knowledge of Bombardier's policies and processes.
• Have a strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and special mission equipment.
• Have knowledge of CGR and ITAR.
• Be eligible to handle and access information subject to U.S. ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) requirements.

Additional skills and experience:

• Be flexible to travel domestically and internationally and work extended hours when required.

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

Job Capture and Proposal Manager

Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Organization Learjet Inc

Shift Day job

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 15575 Capture and Proposal Manager