Proposal Writer

Boeing; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BI&A (a Boeing Intelligence & Analytics unit) is seeking a skilled Proposal Writer to support growth by developing winning IC and DoW proposals. The role demands a proven writing track record, ability to perform under pressure, and adept use of AI tools where applicable.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with internal teams to craft content, work with proposal managers and technical contributors, and ensure compliance with RFP requirements.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Experience writing proposals for large Federal prime contracts, ideally exceeding $100M, in IT services, systems engineering, or software development.
• Understanding of federal procurement processes and common proposal preparation instructions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Interview program and technical staff to develop proposal content and artifacts that are compelling and compliant.
• Peer review and edit content provided by others to improve quality.
• Ensure accurate content that is aligned to RFP requirements, capture strategies and best practices.
• Serve as a color team reviewer to evaluate and improve proposal quality.
• Coach and mentor less experienced writers.
• Improve efficiency of proposal content development through the use of AI tools, without sacrificing voice or specificity.
• Create slide content and oral briefing scripts when necessary, in addition to proposal prose.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

Federal proposal writing

Proposal content development

AI-enabled writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Business, Information Technology, Communication Arts, or related field

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Proposal Writer

BI&A is seeking a skilled Proposal Writer to join our team and play a pivotal role in the continued growth of our business. This role requires a proven track record of writing winning IC and DoW proposals and an ability to work effectively in high‑pressure, fast‑paced environments. The ideal candidate will possess a love of writing, strong general communication skills, and an ability to leverage AI tools where applicable.

BI&A’s Proposal Writer is responsible for the development of proposal written content, working closely with internal teams to develop proposals through the Corporate Business Development and Capture Management Processes. This includes working closely with proposal managers and technical contributors to develop content. This role requires demonstrated experience with IC and DoW proposals. Candidates must have the ability to assess RFP requirements that guide proposal content. Candidates must have strong critical thinking skills and can easily digest technically complex information. Expertise in developing win strategies, themes, and discriminators into proposal artifacts is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Interview program and technical staff and SMEs to develop proposal content and artifacts that are compelling and compliant.
• Peer reviewing and editing content provided by others to improve quality.
• Ensure accurate content that is error free and aligned to RFP requirements, capture strategies and best practices.
• Serve as a color team reviewer to evaluate and improve proposal quality.
• Coach and mentor less experienced writers.
• Improve efficiency of proposal content development through use of AI tools, without sacrificing uniqueness of voice or specificity of content.
• Creating slide content and oral briefing scripts, in necessary, in additional to proposal prose.

Experience and Qualifications

To be eligible for this demanding position, the ideal candidate should demonstrate the following experience and qualifications:

Required Education and Years of Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Business, Information Technology, Communication Arts, or other relevant fields and 10 years of proposal writing experience (additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Candidates must demonstrate success writing proposal content for winning large, complex Federal prime proposals, ideally exceeding $100M in size and related to IT services, systems engineering, software development efforts.
• An understanding of federal procurement processes and common proposal preparation instructions.

Desired Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Telework/Remote Availability

Hybrid work authorized

Work Location(s)

Annapolis Junction, MD

Summary Pay Range

Please note that the information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

$110,000 - $130,000

What Makes BI&A Different

As a fully owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, BI&A offers an optimal mix of a small company environment with exceptional opportunities supported by a large corporation.

Every day, Boeing Intelligence & Analytics supports global missions by building and delivering intelligence, analytics, and cyber solutions that enable users to advance national security. From hardware and software engineering solutions to analytics that keep this nation safe, we create value that meets users’ needs. With vibrant partnerships and innovative approaches, we serve the Intelligence Community through innovation and vision. We have provided our customers … etc.

• Our talented employees bring software development, systems engineering, and advanced analytics expertise.
• We offer numerous prime contract opportunities with customers headquartered in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia, as well as subcontract opportunities that align with our areas of focus and additional opportunities nationwide through our parent company.
• We have current open positions on awarded programs across diverse customer sets and are anticipating upcoming contract awards with a 5-year life cycle and an additional 5 option years.
• Our diverse portfolio allows our employees to move to other projects and teams as they gain further proficiency in their current skill set and learn new skill sets along the way.
• We offer hands‑on access to cutting‑edge technologies and a culture of technical excellence.

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