Date Posted: 2024-11-04 Country: United States of America Location: VA543: 22270 Pacific Blvd, Dulles 22270 Pacific Boulevard Building CC5, Sterling, VA, 20166-6924 USA Position Role Type: Unspecified You have been redirected to RTX’s career page as we have recently transitioned from RTX to become a standalone company, which provides us with greater autonomy and opportunities for growth. As a prospective employee of Nightwing, you’ll have the chance to contribute to our continued success and shape the future of our cybersecurity, intelligence, and services offerings. Nightwing is seeking an experienced, cleared Sr. Manager of Proposal Management Responsibilities would include: Full ownership and leadership of proposal development and delivery, including pre-submittal questions, written and oral deliveries, evaluation notices (ENs) or pre-award questions, and final proposal revisions (FRPs). Manage unclassified and classified proposal facilities, including IT assets and Virtual Proposal Center (VPC) environment. Serve as VPC administrator for Ft Meade-based proposal environments. Manage proposal resources to include Proposal Coordinators, Technical Writers/Editors, and Graphics Artists Identify resources for Nightwing proposals Serve as focal point with external consultants supporting Nightwing captures and proposals Plan, schedule, budget, outline and lead storyboard and text development, management reviews, and production of proposal products. Advise and assist assembly of appropriate authors, section and volume leaders, subject matter experts (SMEs), and other support personnel to successfully develop a proposal. Provide detailed guidance to proposal writers and communicate proposal-related requirements and status with senior management. Assess impact of amendments and changes to RFPs. Modify proposal as necessary in response to amendments and changes. Ensure delivered proposals are compliant, clear and compelling. Coordinate communication between SMEs and proposal writers. Coordinate communication with and inputs from senior BD and Mission Area leaders Follow proposal development process defined in Nightwing IIS Proposal Manager Handbook (based on Shipley methods). Work with Capture Managers and Program Managers to develop and capture proposed solution, including but not limited to technical, management, cost and transition solutions. Actively support proposal process improvement, including incorporation of lessons learned. Serve as Business Development / Capture Management Support (when not Managing Proposals) Support capture of new business within the intelligence market, including development, maintenance, and status of a capture plan including descriptions and analyses of the opportunity, customer, competition, Nightwing team, pursuit/win strategy, pricing strategy, and resource requirements; establish and implement a comprehensive customer and industry contact plan; capture strategy development; facilitate development and implementation of the capture story – management and technical approach, win themes and discriminators, and price to win; and conduct Black Hat reviews. Required Skills or Experience: Twelve years proposal experience Five years proposal leadership experience Eight proposal development/delivery projects, including Five proposals > $100M Two proposals as prime with subcontractors Successfully proposing and winning business within Ft Meade market Demonstrated knowledge of and access to intelligence based customers and industry partners within the market In-depth working knowledge of best practices in business development, capture management, and proposal business processes Understanding of financial models in support of developing price-to-win and proposed cost Excellent oral and written communication skills Demonstrated success leading teams without supervisory authority Active TS/SCI clearance with full-scope polygraph Training and experience in Shipley methods (e.g., Writing Federal Proposals, Managing Federal Proposals and Winning Executive Summaries) Familiarity with FAR and related evaluation processes. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project. Willing to work extended hours, weekends and holidays when needed Desired Skills or Experience: Project or Program Management experience Technical editing and desktop publishing skills IDIQ and Task Order proposals Proposal management certification (CP.APMP or major company internal certification) Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives. When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions. At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team. The salary range for this role is 188,000 USD - 378,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
