Defense Proposal Writer – Autonomy & Growth

Forterra Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Healthcare Benefits

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Forterra Inc. is seeking a skilled Proposal Writer in Arlington, Virginia, to support business development activities by crafting compliant proposal content and strategic customer-facing materials including RFI responses and white papers. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills and has experience in the defense sector. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance Forterra’s competitive position. This role offers comprehensive healthcare benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in proposal writing, business development writing, or federal communications.
• Experience supporting U.S. Government or DoD pursuits.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and refine proposal content for U.S. Government opportunities.
• Translate technical inputs into customer-focused written responses.
• Partner with teams to develop high-quality written products.

Skills

Writing skills

Editing skills

Technical communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Forterra Inc. is seeking a skilled Proposal Writer in Arlington, Virginia, to support business development activities by crafting compliant proposal content and strategic customer-facing materials including RFI responses and white papers. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills and has experience in the defense sector. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance Forterra’s competitive position. This role offers comprehensive healthcare benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan.