Hybrid Aviation Proposal & Programs Manager

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bombardier Transportation GmbH in Wichita is seeking a qualified Proposal Manager to coordinate bid strategy with sales, prepare technical presentations of Bombardier aircraft and defense capabilities, and organize customer meetings and visits.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least five years of engineering or technical program management, plus five years in proposal or project management. Travel and NATO/CGR-related requirements may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or similar.
• 5+ years in engineering or technical program management at Bombardier Aerospace or equivalent.
• 5+ years in proposal and/or project management.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to negotiate and manage tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of Bombardier policies, aircraft systems, and CGR/ITAR is a plus.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours; NATO security clearance exposure is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with sales the overall bid strategy and winning conditions.
• Prepare technical presentations demonstrating Bombardier capabilities.
• Meet with customers and organize visits and meetings.
• Prepare proposals for modification programs and engineering support.
• Plan the path to final proposal schedule to meet timelines.
• Manage internal/external resources and stakeholders during proposal stage.
• Define the program framework, budget and schedule.
• Develop SOWs and TSORs for aircraft modification projects.
• Support management reviews and obtain approvals per Bombardier processes.
• Contribute to Bombardier Defense winning strategic sales campaigns.

Skills

Proposal management

Technical presentations

Bid coordination

Customer meetings

SOW/TSOR development

Project planning

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Bombardier Transportation GmbH in Wichita is seeking a qualified Proposal Manager to coordinate bid strategy with sales, prepare technical presentations of Bombardier aircraft and defense capabilities, and organize customer meetings and visits.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least five years of engineering or technical program management, plus five years in proposal or project management. Travel and NATO/CGR-related requirements may apply.