Proposal Manager

Kearfott Corporation; Black Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

9/80 schedule

Job summary

Kearfott Corporation, a leading aerospace and defense supplier, is seeking a Proposal Manager for its Black Mountain, NC facility. You will drive proposal processes, coordinate technical and commercial content, and ensure timely, high‑quality submissions to secure new business.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (MBA preferred) and 3–5 years in proposal or program management, with US citizenship for security clearance. Join a long‑standing innovator with a 9/80 schedule and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field required; MBA preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in Proposal Management, Internal Sales, or Program Management; aerospace experience a plus.
• Must be a US citizen and able to obtain government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Actively manage requests for quotes/proposals and coordinate responses with cross‑functional teams.
• Interface with management to drive proposals through internal review process on time.
• Handle multiple proposals simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Set up recurring meetings to keep proposal teams on track with commitments.
• Ensure proposals are completed and submitted by the deadline.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

MS Office

Excel

CRM software

Job description

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components.

Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America’s aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.

• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off

We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a ‘full service’ provider.

For more information, visit our website at www.kearfott.com

Position Description:

The Proposal Manager will play a lead role in helping to secure new business by driving the proposal process and coordinating professional technical and commercial content on time. This position is responsible for ensuring timely and thorough completion of high quality proposals / quotations.

Essential Functions:

• Actively manage customer requests for quotes / proposal and coordinate responses with a cross-functional team on a timely basis
• Interface with management to drive proposals through internal review process in a timely fashion
• Handle multiple proposals simultaneously and use good judgment in prioritizing work assignments
• Set up recurring meetings to ensure that the proposal teams are on track to meet commitments
• Ensures that proposals are completed and submitted by the deadline

Critical Competencies:

• Strong, proven ability to manage cross-functional teams to execute on time
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail with strong organization skills
• Strong time management and multi-tasking abilities
• Passion for quality in their work
• Able to perform under pressure within tight deadlines
• Proficient in Excel, MS Office and AI Software
• Familiarity with CRM and databases

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field required; MBA preferred
• 3-5 years of experience working in a Proposal Management, Internal Sales, or Program Management setting; aerospace experience is a plus
• Must be a US citizen and able to obtain government security clearance

This position is located at our Black Mountain, NC facility.

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans