DoD Aerospace Proposal Leader (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Match

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, a world leader in aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems, is seeking a seasoned proposals leader for Military Engine programs in East Hartford. This onsite role requires coordinating cross-functional teams to develop compliant, high-quality proposals for government solicitations and contract award processes.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in aerospace/DoD, strong leadership, and experience with FAR/DFARS guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Business or related field and minimum 8+ years of experience in the aerospace and defense industry or 5+ years of experience in the aerospace and defense industry with a Master's degree.
• 2+ years proposal management or project management experience within U.S. DoD or international military programs experience
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• 10% Travel

Responsibilities

• Pursuit to Startup Leadership Opportunity
• Lead the development and execution of compliant, compelling, and timely proposals in response to customer solicitations for all Military Engine programs.
• Manage proposal teams, schedules, and resources from pre-RFP to contract award —including kickoff, content development, gate/milestone reviews, submission, fact-finding, negotiations and sweeps.
• Ensure alignment with customer requirements, company strategy, company policies and regulatory standards (FAR/DFARS). Collaborate with cross-functional teams including PMO, ME Pricing, Finance, Contracts/Legal, subject matter experts and executive leadership to deliver winning proposals that support business growth.
• Lead Military Engine proposal teams from pre-RFP stages through contract award, supporting various programs; manage all aspects of proposal development including plans, schedules, budgeting, and coordination with internal teams and customers.
• Ensure clear definition of proposal requirements in collaboration with US Government entities; conduct and oversee fact-finding missions, RFI responses, negotiations, and final sweep processes; train proposal teams in relevant processes and tools.
• Review technical volumes for compatibility with Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
• Participate in offer evaluations and negotiations.
• Drive continuous improvement within the Business Acquisition team as per evolving customer needs; support proposal requirement working group meetings with USG customer as requested.
• Ensure proposals delivered to customer are compliant with USG requirements and P&W Policies.
• Conduct After Action Review (AAR) following completion of proposal submittal.
• Successful candidate will be involved in driving change through the Business Acquisition Team.

Skills

Proposal management

Project management

Aerospace & DoD experience

Data-driven analytics

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Finance/Business

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Pratt & Whitney, a world leader in aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems, is seeking a seasoned proposals leader for Military Engine programs in East Hartford. This onsite role requires coordinating cross-functional teams to develop compliant, high-quality proposals for government solicitations and contract award processes.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in aerospace/DoD, strong leadership, and experience with FAR/DFARS guidelines.