Proposal Solutions Architect

Advanced IT Concepts; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced IT Concepts (AITC) is seeking a Proposal Solutions Architect to lead the technical design and strategic win themes for high-value government proposals. This role goes beyond a traditional builder function to shape narratives, cost models, and compliance approaches that persuade federal evaluators.

You will coordinate SMEs, integrate diverse technologies into a cohesive solution, and develop the IMS and BOE to support winning DoD and federal proposals.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in systems engineering or architecture within federal contracting
• Ability to translate requirements into a robust Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
• Experience writing winning technical narratives for large federal procurements

Responsibilities

• Define the technical approach for RFPs, RFIs, and SSNs.
• Author technical volumes and white papers that are compliant and persuasive.
• Develop the IMS to align milestones with mission goals.
• Architect the Basis of Estimates (BOE) linking requirements to labor and costs.
• Lead SMEs and teaming partners to integrate technologies into a cohesive solution.

Skills

Systems engineering

Government contracting

Proposal writing

Security frameworks

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or IT Management

Job description

Proposal Solutions Architect (Government Contracts)

Location: Remote

Department: Business Development & Capture

Reports To: Chief Growth Officer

Company Overview

Advanced IT Concepts (AITC) is a rapidly growing engineering and technology services company specializing in systems engineering and integration, test and training systems support, range instrumentation and modernization, enterprise IT services, and mission-focused professional services. We support Department of Defense and federal government customers with expertise in live-fire and training range systems, network and communications infrastructure, systems lifecycle engineering, audiovisual and simulation systems, cybersecurity, program and project management, and global field service and sustainment. Our team provides end-to-end solutions spanning system design, integration, deployment, sustainment, and lifecycle modernization to ensure mission readiness for complex training and operational environments.

Advanced IT is an ISO 9001:2015 certified organization, operating under a disciplined quality management framework that ensures consistent delivery, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction. All employees are trained in and required to adhere to Advanced IT’s established quality standards, policies, and procedures to ensure reliable, compliant, and high-quality performance across all programs and projects

Job Summary

We are seeking a high-caliber Proposal Solutions Architect to lead the technical design and strategic win themes for high-value government proposals. This is not just a "builder" role; it is a "visionary" role. You will be responsible for the end-to-end technical solutioning process—from initial white-boarding and defining the technical approach to drafting the final narratives that persuade federal evaluators.

Key Responsibilities

• Define the overarching technical approach for RFPs, RFIs, and SSNs, ensuring alignment with agency missions and "Pain Points."
• Author compelling technical volumes and white papers that are compliant, persuasive, and easy for evaluators to score.
• Develop the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to ensure technical milestones, dependencies, and critical paths are realistic and mission-focused.
• Architect the Basis of Estimates (BOE), bridging the gap between technical requirements and labor/material costs to ensure a competitive yet profitable price-to-win.
• Lead Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and teaming partners to integrate disparate technologies into a cohesive, single-thread solution.

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in systems engineering or architecture specifically within the federal contracting space (DoD, DHS, Civil, or Intel).
• Proven track record of writing winning technical narratives for large-scale federal procurements ($50M+).
• Deep understanding of project management frameworks; ability to translate technical tasks into a robust IMS.
• Expert-level ability to calculate BOEs, justifying labor categories and hours based on historical data and industry standards.
• Familiarity with NIST, FedRAMP, CMMC, and DoD Enterprise Architecture frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineer or IT Management, Master’ Preferred
• Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
• Certifications: PMP, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, or CISSP.
• Experience with Shipley or similar formal proposal management processes.

Compensation

Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience, expertise, education, and potential. We offer our employees competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Advanced IT provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and offers equal opportunity for VEVRAA Protected Veterans. Advanced IT, will not discriminate against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose compensation information.