Senior Proposal Writer / Proposal Architect – Aerospace

Socket.dev; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company/4%

Wellness programs

Employee development and support

Job summary

Voyager Technologies is seeking a Senior Proposal Writer / Proposal Architect to join its Proposal Development Team. The candidate will strategize, architect, and write technical proposals for NASA, the DoW, and other government customers, with opportunities to help engineer technical solutions.

Ideal candidates have a technical background in space systems, strong writing and storytelling skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams to craft compelling narratives that win contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physical sciences, or related technical field.
• 5+ years in aerospace or related field.
• Basic understanding of spacecraft systems and engineering principles.
• Experience writing competitive proposals for funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop technically credible, convincing aerospace proposals for NASA, the DoW, and other customers.
• Draft original content for proposals including product descriptions, specs, and requirements.
• Contribute to proposal win themes, storyboards, and strategic narratives.
• Write executive summaries and other critical proposal sections.
• Interview subject matter experts to gather technical information for proposals.
• Review technical docs and convert into credible proposal content.
• Collaborate with graphic designers to visually present technical content.
• Assemble, review, and edit proposals for accuracy and completeness.
• Address feedback from stakeholders and rework proposal content.
• Mentor and guide other technical writers on the team.]

Skills

Aerospace experience

Proposal writing

Technical storytelling

Systems engineering understanding

Attention to detail

Strong writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical sciences

Tools

MS Word

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person,forge the future with Voyager.

Job Summary

Voyager Technologies is seeking a Senior Proposal Writer / Proposal Architect to join its Proposal Development Team. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Director of Proposal Development and be responsible for strategizing, architecting, and writing technical proposals for Astrobotic's commercial spacecraft delivery services and spacecraft systems. Candidates with technical backgrounds will also have the opportunity to help engineer the technical solutions being bid in proposals. This position is ideal for systems engineers, technical project managers, space scientists, and other high-level technical thinkers who are interested in flexing their creative skillset more.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work within a team to develop technically credible, convincing, and competitive aerospace proposals for NASA, the DoW, and other government and civilian customers.
• Draft original content for proposals, including product descriptions, technical specifications, and performance requirements.
• Contribute to developing proposal win themes, storyboards, and strategic narrative approaches.
• Contribute to writing executive summaries and other highly critical proposal sections.
• Conduct interviews with subject matter experts to gather technical information and incorporate it into proposals.
• Review technical documentation and convert it into polished and credible proposal content.
• Work with graphic designers to create compelling visual representations of technical content.
• Assemble, review, and edit proposals to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to guidelines.
• Rework proposal content to address feedback from internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide guidance to other technical writers on the team.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, such as engineering, the physical sciences, or a related area. Pursuit of relevant advanced degrees, relevant internships, or other relevant experiences may be considered in lieu of professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience working in the aerospace industry or a related field.
• Basic understanding of spacecraft systems and engineering principles.
• Prior experience writing competitive proposals for funding.
• The creativity to communicate technical topics through both prose and graphics.
• High-level, strategic thinking to storyboard compelling technical narratives.
• Strong critical thinking skills to identify and correct technical, logical, and other errors.
• Excellent writing ability, including a strong command of grammar, flow, tone, and conciseness.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• High attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong drive to deliver, improve, and succeed.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines for multiple overlapping projects.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a systems engineer, program manager, or project manager in the aerospace industry
• Deep understanding of spacecraft systems and engineering principles.
• Experience writing proposals to NASA or the DoW.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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