Location: Reston, VA (90% Onsite / 10% Remote)
Schedule: Dynamic hours (50-80 hours/week), Mon-Fri
PoP: 7/20 - 8/31/2026
Compensation Range: $90.00 - $108.00/hr ($100+ if you already have experience with this client)
Lead a high-visibility defense initiative to rapidly shape the future of U.S. Navy maritime technology during a critical prototype phase. This dynamic role offers an expert proposal strategist the chance to drive mission-critical maritime logistics wins with substantial industry impact. Partner with premier technical minds in an elite aerospace and defense environment where your leadership directly secures next-generation fleet capabilities.
Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end proposal development to deliver compliant, high-scoring submissions for complex defense prototypes.
- Synthesize technical solicitation materials to optimize content reuse and accelerate narrative development.
- Collaborate with aerospace and defense subject matter experts (SMEs) to translate intricate engineering concepts into compelling executive summaries.
- Oversee strict production timelines and quality gates to ensure flawless, on-time proposal delivery.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of proposal management experience specifically within the aerospace, defense, or federal contracting sectors.
- Advanced proficiency with proposal management software, collaborative writing tools, and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling.
- Proven track record of leading successful, fast-turnaround federal or defense contract proposals.
JOBID: JN -072026-139126
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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
