Senior Proposal Manager – Space Systems (>$100M)

Rocket Lab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grant

Stock Purchase Program

Health plans

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Senior Proposal Manager II to lead compliant, compelling proposals for US and international customers, with a focus on satellite opportunities. You’ll guide cross-functional teams, ensure alignment with strategic goals, and deliver timely, high-quality submissions.

You’ll bring 8+ years of proposal management experience, strong technical writing ability, and a track record of successful bids over $100M.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, management, or business discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute proposal plans, including analyzing RFPs, creating outlines, and building compliance matrices.
• Collaborate with the Business Development Manager and/or Director to craft winning proposal strategies and develop compelling messaging.
• Write and manage compliant, high-quality proposals that clearly address RFP requirements.
• Take responsibility for specific volumes of proposals, ensuring they are well-written, compliant, and align with the overall strategy.
• Lead proposal kick-off meetings and facilitate regular check-ins with contributors to ensure timelines are met.

Skills

Technical writing

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Security clearance

Proposal management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical/management/business

Tools

Salesforce

SharePoint

MS Office

Job description

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Senior Proposal Manager II to lead compliant, compelling proposals for US and international customers, with a focus on satellite opportunities. You’ll guide cross-functional teams, ensure alignment with strategic goals, and deliver timely, high-quality submissions.

You’ll bring 8+ years of proposal management experience, strong technical writing ability, and a track record of successful bids over $100M.