Principal Specialist, Proposal Manager (Remote)

Prattwhitney; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) with match

Job summary

RTX, a leading aerospace and defense company, seeks a Proposal Specialist to drive compliant, persuasive proposals and lead cross-functional teams. You will manage the proposal lifecycle, ensure on-time delivery, and align with Global Trade and Legal requirements.

Role requires strong MS Office skills and experience in proposal development, with a focus on high-quality deliverables and process improvements. Remote work options are available in the U.S.

Qualifications

• University degree required with 5+ years of relevant proposal experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience managing proposal development processes.
• Proficiency with Word and Excel for formatting and publishing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the proposal lifecycle, including kickoff meetings, strategy sessions, reviews, and approval discussions.
• Manage proposal schedules, milestones, and resources to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Product Management.
• Ensure alignment with Global Trade and Legal compliance throughout the process.
• Edit and format proposal documents for clarity and professional presentation.

Skills

Proposal management

Editing and formatting documents

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University degree or advanced degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-06 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-REMOTE Position Role Type: Remote U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

As a Proposal Specialist, you will play a critical role in driving the success of business pursuits by leading the development of compliant, persuasive, and high-quality proposals. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver winning and captivating proposals. This role requires exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Attention to detail, process adherence, and adaptability are critical to success in this position.

What You Will Do

• Lead the proposal lifecycle, including as needed kickoff meetings, strategy sessions, reviews, and approval discussions
• Manage proposal schedules, milestones, and resources, ensuring adherence to deadlines and high-quality standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Product Management
• Ensure alignment with Global Trade and Legal compliance requirements throughout the Proposal Process
• Edit and format proposal documents, ensuring clarity, cohesion, and professional presentation
• Ensure continuity across proposal deliverables, incorporating win strategies and addressing customer requirements effectively
• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Office and proposal management software to produce high-quality deliverables
• Continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance proposal development efficiency

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Experience in managing proposal development processes.
• Experience with Microsoft Office required, including advanced skills in Word and Excel for document formatting and publishing.
• Experience in editing and formatting complex proposal documents to ensure compliance and professional presentation.

We Prefer

• Certification in Association for Proposal Management Professionals (APMP).
• Experience in technical and persuasive writing, editing, and publishing within complex business environments.
• Familiarity with Salesforce for opportunity tracking and sales collaboration.
• Experience using AI tools for content development, including prompt creation and refinement.
• Project management experience leading a project from start to finish.
• Background in the aviation industry.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. *Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.