Proposal Writer-Editor

Overview

About Us

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

• + Responsible for developing detailed proposal writing and presentations responsive to Government Requests for Proposal (RFP) and for providing proposal volume oversight under the guidance and direction of the Proposal Manager. The Proposal Writer/Editor is capable of producing an entire proposal section or volumes, with minimal assistance from other writers. The Proposal Writer/Editor provides copy editing and proofreading skills. The Proposal Writer/Editor develops content for Past Performance and Management volumes (to include resume requirements).

Key Responsibilities:

• • Reviews and analyzes RFPs; develops complete Management and/or Technical volume responses; outlines and organizes the proposal approach for delivering a winning response.

• Writes complete management proposals, coordinating, as necessary, with business units, operational program personnel, and other departments.

• Makes recommendations on how to best respond to the RFP to meet or exceed the customer's requirements, within company guidelines and the competitive environment.

• Reviews and analyzes management sections received from operating units and develops standardized sections for all RFPs.

• Develops themes, discriminators, differentiators, and key success factors based on the Capture Plan.

• Develops proposal features, benefits, graphics, and proof points.

• Manages and integrates writer work products, ensuring proposal compliance and uniformity.

• Interviews program managers and technical experts and develops proposal narratives.

• Resolves issues between originating authors or team members, using a collaborative approach.

• Writes, edits, and rewrites management sections (such as Quality, Recruiting, Safety, etc.).

• Monitors and ensures on-time delivery of information from business units and other departments.

• Directs development of appropriate graphics, such as illustrations, charts, and tables.

• Oversees the preparation, review cycle, editing, and maintenance of technical documentation, within the technical writing function.

• Develops document outlines and drafts to meet customer and contract specifications.

• Collects and organizes input material for documentation.

• Checks technical content, ensuring compliance with customer requirements.

• Establishes, coordinates, and maintains documentation schedules.

• Coordinates proposal support for technical documentation input and review.

• Ensures approved changes are incorporated into the final document and tracks changes.

• Ensures all documentation is complete and in the proper format prior to delivery to the customer.

• Establishes and maintains policies for documentation preparation, review, and maintenance.

• Reviews and analyzes document changes.

• Provides project planning support to assigned managers.

• Related Tasks: Takes daily direction and guidance from Proposal Managers on assigned bids.

• Submits copy to Proposal Manager on a regular basis and makes edits, as required, to respond to RFP requirements.

• Handles technical documentation deliverables, to include preparation, review cycle, editing, and maintenance within the technical writing function.

• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• • Education:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.

• • Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in a writing, editing or technical area.

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in proposal development, marketing or a related field

• • Other Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret security clearance

• Applicant may be asked to provide non-proprietary writing samples or perform a writing exercise for evaluation.

• Abiilty to understand and use the rules and conventions of proper English grammar.

Desired Qualifications

• • Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years' exposure to management or delivery of one or more of the following technical areas is a plus:

• Military, DoD, or other Government agency experience.

• Proposal experience.

• Technical writing experience.

• Experienced in developing compliant and compelling proposals.

• Experience as technical editor, copyeditor, proofreader.

Skills and Technology Used:

• • Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving:

• Possess analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple project tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

• Business/Proposal Writing Acumen:

• Comprehensive knowledge of government procurement, Federal government contracts, regulations and procedures, and government operations/services.

• Possess understanding of and has experience in Business Development lifecycle processes (such as Shipley or other industry standards).

• Experience formatting very large Microsoft Word documents, using style sheets.

• Demonstrated experience in developing compliant and compelling proposals.

• Ability to maintain strict compliance with V2X policies and procedures relating to our Business Ethics and Code of Conduct, in addition to specific procurement regulations established by the federal Government.

• Business Partner/Effective Communication:

• Superior written communication skills to include the ability to produce compelling solutions that are easily understood by both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Work quickly and efficiently; remain flexible to shifting of priorities. May work under time pressures and tight deadlines.

• Keen sense of prioritization with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, complex, and scaling environment.

• Able to take and provide constructive criticism of writing.

• Collaboration and Teamwork/Influence:

• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and retains constructive working relationships within the group.

• Global vision. Culturally sensitive. Ability to work with diverse cultures and teams.

• Software:

• Microsoft Office Suite

• SharePoint

• Technology:

• Personal computer, printer, copy machine and other general office equipment.

What We Bring

• • At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.

• The successful candidate's starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.

• The following salary range is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation and may be modified at the discretion of the company.

• USD $ 90,000 - 115,000

• Provided salary range minimum and maximum values correspond to variances between regional/geographic locations across the United States.

• Please speak with a recruiter for additional information.

Employee benefits include the following:

• • Healthcare coverage

• Retirement plan

• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits

• Wellness programs

• Paid time off, including holidays

• Learning and Development resources

• Employee assistance resources

• Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.