Proposal Writer

SAIC; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

SAIC in Reston/Chantilly, Virginia seeks a seasoned Proposal Writer to craft Federal RFx responses with minimal oversight. You will lead content development, interview SMEs, and ensure narratives are compliant and persuasive.

Responsibilities include developing templates, supporting capture efforts, mentoring junior writers, and leveraging AI tools to improve quality and efficiency. Local candidates preferred for hybrid work.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Journalism, English, Business, IT, Communications, or related field.
• 10+ years of Federal proposal writing experience.
• 8+ years with a Master's degree; or 4+ years in lieu of degree.
• U.S. Citizenship with active Secret Clearance ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Experience across full lifecycle Federal proposal support.
• Ability to understand technically complex information and write clearly.

Responsibilities

• Write original content for Federal RFx responses including resumes, past performance, and narrative volumes.
• Interview candidates and SMEs to develop proposal artifacts that are clear, concise, persuasive, compliant, and compelling.
• Incorporate win strategies, themes, and discriminators into proposal artifacts.
• Develop templates and support content planning across the proposal lifecycle.
• Ensure content is accurate, error-free, and aligned to RFx requirements.
• Conduct peer reviews and serve as reviewer in color reviews.
• Collaborate with capture, technical, and SMEs to align content with win strategies.
• Coach and mentor less-experienced writers and participate in training and development activities.

Skills

Federal proposal writing

Interviewing SMEs

Content development

Editing & proofreading

Leadership & mentoring

Capture strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism/English/Business/IT/Communications

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

AI tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SAIC is seeking a seasoned Proposal Writer to write original content for all sections of Federal RFx responses with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate will have experience providing full lifecycle Federal proposal support, including content planning, template development, and writing and editing key sections (resumes, past performance, and narrative volumes) through submission. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, with on-site work performed primarily in the Reston or Chantilly, Virginia offices. Candidates should be local to the Northern Virginia area.

Content Development & Writing

• Write original content for all sections of Federal RFx responses with minimal oversight, including resumes, past performance, and narrative volumes
• Interview candidates and subject matter experts (SMEs) and engage with contributors to develop proposal artifacts that are clear, concise, persuasive, compliant, and compelling
• Incorporate win strategies, themes, and discriminators into proposal artifacts
• Develop templates and support content planning across the proposal lifecycle

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure content is accurate, error-free, and aligned to RFx requirements, company processes, capture strategies, and industry best practices
• Conduct peer reviews of teammates' work and incorporate feedback on your own work
• Serve as a reviewer in formal color reviews, providing subject matter insight and expertise

Strategy Development & Collaboration

• Participate in the earliest stages of capture strategy development, as needed
• Collaborate with capture, technical, and subject matter experts to align content with win strategies and evaluator objectives
• Apply analytical skills to improve process efficiency and proposal quality, including through the use of proprietary AI tools

Team Leadership & Mentoring

• Coach and mentor less-experienced writers
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the Proposal Development Center
• Participate in training and development activities, including emerging technologies (AI), leadership development, and industry best practices

Required Qualifications:

• BA or BS degree or higher (or equivalent) in Journalism, English, Business, Information Technology, Communication Arts, or a related field, and 10+ years of Federal proposal writing experience; 8+ years of experience with a Master's degree; an additional 4+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
• Experience providing full lifecycle Federal proposal support, from content planning, template development, and writing and editing key sections (resumes, past performance, and narrative volumes) through submission
• Experience writing proposals or technical documents for the Federal Government
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to quickly understand technically complex information
• Strong writing, communication, and English-language skills, including grammar and editing proficiency
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate win strategies, themes, and discriminators into proposal artifacts
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact with all levels of management and content developers
• Ability to work efficiently and successfully under conditions of multiple deadlines and changing priorities
• Ability to successfully execute multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to travel as necessary

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with FEDSIM/AAS, OTA, and Self-Scoring bids
• Proficiency with AI tools for quality improvements and efficiency
• Knowledge of infrastructure modernization, applications/software development and sustainment, cloud solutions, warfighter solutions, and agile methodologies across defense, civilian, space, and national security sectors of the Federal government