Proposal Manager

Red Cat Holdings; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 89,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Cat Holdings seeks a Proposal Manager to lead proposal development for their innovative drone technology solutions. This role involves overseeing proposal execution, managing a content repository, and ensuring compliance with RFP requirements in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a strong background in aerospace or defense industry proposals, along with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Federal Government proposal development.
• Basic knowledge of FAR/DFAR compliance.
• Demonstrated proposal writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for proposal delivery from initiation to completion.
• Assemble and lead resources for proposal content development.
• Creates compliance matrix and proposal outline.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Analytical

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

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Description

Red Cat Holdings is a leading innovator in drone technology, specializing in mission-ready solutions for defense, public safety, and commercial applications. We develop high-performance UAS with advanced hardware, software, and AI-driven capabilities to support critical operations.

At Red Cat, we thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, pushing the boundaries of aerial technology. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future of unmanned systems.

The Proposal Manager’s core function is to ensure the company's proposals are fully executed from start to finish. In this role, one is responsible for all aspects of the proposal delivery including evaluation, project kick-off, initial response and refinement. The Proposal Manager will develop and manage the repository for all proposal related documents and will create boilerplate documents for the company to use.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assembling and leading required resources, skills and matrixed support functions to develop proposal content and conformance to RFP requirements
• Provides tech writing support to proposal efforts and engineering as needed
• Leads and participates in color team reviews, according to Shipley standards
• Creates and successfully executes a thorough proposal schedule
• Creates compliance matrix and proposal outline
• Responsible for overall content design, development and review for proposal delivery
• Manages proposal configuration control
• Works successfully across multiple functional groups to ensure stellar execution of all proposal activities
• Successfully manages multiple proposal efforts at one time
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
• Receives instructions on new assignments, but normally follow established procedures on routine work with limited supervision
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience working in Federal Government proposal development using the Shipley or equivalent proposal process.
• Basic knowledge of FAR/DFAR compliance
• Proven experience in a rapid growth environment with multiple competing priorities
• Experienced in the aerospace or defense industry and has a clear understanding of the Business Development life-cycle
• Demonstrated proposal writing experience with comprehensive knowledge of compliance matrices and generating volume outlines
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Demonstrates high caliber of communication skills, both written and verbal
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Current active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
  
  

Physical Qualifications

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally
• Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus for reviewing detailed documents
• Must be able to participate in virtual or in-person meetings and engage in clear, effective communication
  
  

Additional Information

Background Check

This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law.

EEO and ITAR/EAR Work Authorization Disclosure

Red Cat Holdings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Successful candidates for positions subject to ITAR/EAR restrictions must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence and must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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