Proposal Manager, BACE (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and retirement benefits

Job summary

RTX, a leading aerospace and defense company, is seeking a seasoned Proposal Manager to lead development and execution of compliant proposals for Military Engine programs. This onsite role requires steering teams from pre‑RFP to contract award, ensuring alignment with customer needs and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating cross‑functional teams, maintaining schedules, and driving continuous improvement. A US security clearance is required, with travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Business or related field and 8+ years in aerospace/defense.
• 2+ years proposal or project management experience within U.S. DoD or international programs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
• 10% travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of compliant, compelling proposals for Military Engine programs.
• Manage proposal teams, schedules and resources from pre-RFP to contract award.
• Ensure alignment with customer requirements, policies and FAR/DFARS.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver winning proposals.
• Drive changes within the Business Acquisition Team and conduct AARs.

Skills

Proposal management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Business or related field

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-24

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-OBF2 ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG OBF2

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• 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.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience coordinating executive decision-making through data-driven reporting and analytics
• Experience supporting executive leadership communications, customer engagement, and strategic business reviews
• Mentoring / Leadership Development
• Master’s degree

What is my role type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

• 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
• holidays
• annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs

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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