Proposal Writer

Industrious Ventures; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

Unlimited PTO

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Performance-based bonuses

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Space Kinetic is seeking a Proposal Writer to secure partnerships, contracts, and funding for its mission in El Segundo, CA. The role entails leading the proposal development process, crafting clear narratives for government and commercial clients, and working closely with engineering and strategy teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and over three years of relevant experience, particularly in aerospace and defense. The position supports remote work and comes with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in proposal writing, technical writing, or government contracting.
• Strong understanding of government procurement processes.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into engaging content.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end proposal development for government and commercial customers.
• Craft persuasive content that communicates our mission and capabilities.
• Collaborate with teams to create polished narratives and proposal components.

Skills

Proposal writing

Technical writing

Project management

Team collaboration

Government procurement processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Writing, Engineering, Business, Communications

Tools

Proposal tools and templates

Job description

A New Paradigm For Space Operations.

Who We Are

Space Kinetic is a cleared, venture‑backed startup focused on addressing urgent national security priorities. Our goal is to deliver a suite of asymmetric capabilities for space superiority and missile defense leveraging our proprietary electromechanical deployment system, which enables the rapid deployment of low‑cost payloads through space without firing a thruster. Space Kinetic is currently assembling its TRL‑5 prototype and aims to provide the United States with a new tool for securing the space domain and catalyzing the emerging space economy.

What You’ll Do

As a Proposal Writer at Space Kinetic, you will play a critical role in securing the partnerships, contracts, and funding that power our mission. You will lead the development of high‑quality proposals for government agencies, commercial customers, and strategic partners—translating complex technical concepts into compelling, clear, and compliant narratives. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, engineering, and business development, offering a unique opportunity to shape how our technology is understood and adopted by the market.

This is a full-time position that can either be worked onsite at the El Segundo office or remote.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end proposal development, from opportunity analysis and outline creation to final submission for government (e.g., DoD, SBIR, NASA) and commercial customers.
• Craft persuasive, technically accurate content that clearly communicates our mission, capabilities, solutions, and value proposition.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and strategy teams to translate technical inputs into polished narratives, graphics, and structured proposal components.
• Ensure full compliance with RFP/RFI/BAA requirements, including format, structure, evaluation criteria, and submission protocols.
• Manage proposal timelines and workflows, including content collection, technical reviews, color‑team reviews, and final production.
• Develop reusable proposal assets, including boilerplate text, past performance summaries, capability statements, and standard graphics.

What It Takes

• Bachelor's degree in Writing, Engineering, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in proposal writing, technical writing, or government contracting—preferably in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or similar industries.
• Strong understanding of government procurement processes, including FAR‑based solicitations, SBIR/STTR programs, and OTA or commercial contracting pathways.
• Ability to synthesize complex, highly technical information into clear, concise, and engaging content.
• Exceptional writing, editing, organizational, and project management skills.
• Experience with proposal tools and templates (e.g., color reviews, compliance matrices, proposal outlines).
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced startup environment with evolving priorities.
• Eligible to hold a US TS/SCI Clearance.

What We’d Love

• Previous work on Large‑scale IDIQ, BAA, FOA, or SBIR Phase II/III proposals.
• Understanding of classified program workflows.
• Experience creating visual storytelling assets, such as graphics, infographics, or data visualizations.

Where You’ll Be

• The position can be onsite in El Segundo, CA or worked remotely.

Salary Range

$120,000–150,000

What We Offer

• Equity ownership – meaningful stake in a high‑growth startup, so you share directly in the company’s success.
• Unlimited PTO – take the time you need to recharge and stay at your best.
• Paid holidays + company‑wide winter break (business permitting).
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage – company pays 100% of employee premiums for our base medical, dental, and vision plans, plus 75% for dependents.
• Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options so you can choose the coverage that best fits you and your family.
• Performance‑based bonuses tied to impact and results.
• Rapid growth opportunities – strong performers quickly expand responsibility, scope, and compensation.
• Commuter benefits.

ITAR Requirements

This position is subject to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR. Candidates must be a U.S. Person, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.