Strategic Proposal Architect

DCS Corporation; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS Corporation is seeking an experienced Proposal Specialist to support the development of complex DoW and government proposals. You will work across cross-organizational teams to craft compliant, high-quality solutions and winning themes.

The role requires strong editing, graphic design, and desktop publishing skills, with 3+ years in proposal development and U.S. citizenship. Travel is limited but may occur for coordination and reviews.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required due to sensitive customer requirements.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in proposal development.
• Experience supporting DoW or federal proposals is preferred.
• Strong editing, desktop publishing, and graphic design skills.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-organizational teams under tight schedules.

Responsibilities

• Analyze RFQ/RFP requirements and develop proposal planning docs (compliance matrices, schedules).
• Support Proposal Manager and teams in planning proposals (features, benefits, themes).
• Provide coordination, editing, desktop publishing, and production support for all proposal volumes.
• Maintain document configuration control throughout proposal development.
• Coordinate with contributors to meet deadlines and ensure RFP compliance.
• Coordinate production and submission of final proposals and color reviews.
• Develop and maintain proposal management tools and proposal workspaces.
• Serve as system administrator for proposal systems and user access.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Proposal development

Critical thinking

Independent working

Collaborative teamwork

Editing & DTP

IDA/IDIQ experience

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School +10 years

Associate's+4 years

Bachelor's+2 years

Tools

Microsoft SharePoint

Teams

Proposal systems

Job description

DCS Corporation is seeking an experienced Proposal Specialist to support the development of complex DoW and government proposals. You will work across cross-organizational teams to craft compliant, high-quality solutions and winning themes.

The role requires strong editing, graphic design, and desktop publishing skills, with 3+ years in proposal development and U.S. citizenship. Travel is limited but may occur for coordination and reviews.