Senior Proposal Writer

KBR; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Senior Proposal Writer to lead and craft high-quality proposals for US Government opportunities across defense, intelligence, civilian, and space markets. The role involves authoring major volumes, coordinating with SMEs, and ensuring compliance with Section L and M while aligning with capture strategies.

The candidate will manage proposal development from research through final submission, maintaining clear, persuasive narratives and adhering to tight deadlines in a hybrid work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Marketing Communications, Technical Communication, or related field.
• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work under tight deadlines on multiple proposals.

Responsibilities

• Proposal Development: Research, write, and edit government proposals; translate technical solutions into clear, compliant narratives.
• Leadership: Serve as Volume Lead and/or Lead Writer for technical, transition, and management volumes.
• Compliance: Ensure proposals meet solicitation requirements; identify gaps and resolve risks.
• Collaboration: Interview SMEs, project managers, and capture teams; convert info into precise text; address reviewer comments.
• Strategy: Develop proposal strategies and value propositions to improve bid success.
• Quality Assurance: Review and revise content to ensure high quality and compliance.

Skills

Outstanding writing

Editing

Attention to detail

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Marketing Communications, Technical Communication or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Title:

Senior Proposal Writer

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the countrys most critical role protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBRs work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

KBR/Trinzic is seeking a Senior Proposal Writer to support highpriority US Government proposals across defense, intelligence, civilian, and space markets. This role is a handson writing position responsible for authoring and owning major proposal volumesincluding technical, management, transition, staffing, and past performancewhile collaborating closely with capture managers, solution architects, SMEs, and proposal managers.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in developing and submitting high-quality, compliant, and compelling proposals to secure Government contracts. The ideal candidate is an experienced federal proposal professional who can translate complex technical and operational solutions into clear, compliant, and compelling narratives aligned to solicitation requirements (Sections L & M) and KBR win strategies. This position requires a strong understanding of Government procurement processes, exceptional writing and commination skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proposal Development: Research, write, and edit proposals in response to Government solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, etc.). Translate technical and management solutions into clear, compelling, and customer-focused narratives. Create compelling, persuasive, and effective proposals that reflect KBRs core values and mission. Write evaluatorfocused, benefitsdriven narratives aligned to Section L instructions and Section M evaluation criteria.

• Leadership: Serve as Volume Lead and/or Lead Writer for Technical, Transition, and Management Volumes of proposals.

• Compliance: Ensure proposals are compliant with solicitation requirements and government regulations. Identify content gaps and proactively resolve compliance or clarity risks.

• Collaboration: Work closely with SMEs, project managers, solutions architects, capture managers, and other stakeholders to gather information, clarify substantive questions, and ensure the material's meaning, language, and context are clear. Conduct interviews with experts and convert the information into precise, clear and succinct text. Adjudicate reviewer comments and implement revisions under tight deadlines …

• Strategy: Develop proposal strategies and value propositions to increase the likelihood of successful bids.

• Quality Assurance: Review and re‑ .. .. ..

Work Environment:

• Location: Hybrid
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
• Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in English, Journalism, Marketing Communications, Technical Communication, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in traditional Government proposal content development. Demonstrated history of crafting successful, convincing proposals for governmental evaluation. Ability to operate as both a lead writer and volume lead, shaping technical approaches while maintaining alignment with capture strategy and win themes. Experience in analyzing/interpreting RFP requirements for the development of compelling, compliant, and solution-based technical responses.

• Skills: Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading skills, and strong attention to detail. Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple projects, meeting and managing deadlines, and ensuring the timely delivery of proposals.

• Knowledge: Familiarity with Government procurement processes and regulations, including FAR, DFAR, and other relevant guidelines. Strong understanding of RFP structures (Sections L, M, PWS/SOW). Experience with proposal development processes.

• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Security Clearance: Security clearance eligibility.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in GSA AAS proposals.
• Knowledge of industry-specific Government contracting requirements.
• Understanding of emerging generative AI best practices. Experience using generative AI tools to support writing compelling and compliant proposals.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance

Basic Compensation: $94,000.00 - 125,000.00.

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidates knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.