Senior Proposal Manager

About DeployX:

DeployX is an R&D engine housed within Red Cell that specializes in accelerating mission-critical technologies that fortify US national security. Through global strategic partnerships, the company acquires, invests in, and rapidly advances cutting-edge technological innovations into commercial, market-ready products and services.

Location: Northern Virginia, Washington D.C., or Maryland area

Work Model: Hybrid is preferred (2-3 days on-site per week); Remote is acceptable 

Role:  

We are seeking an experienced Senior Proposal Manager to support our Federal government proposal efforts, with a focus on R&D funding proposals. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading, planning, outlining, editing, scheduling, and overseeing the timely development and delivery of high-quality responses to federal R&D business opportunities, from pre-RFP to post-submission activities, in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen.
• Ability to work on-site, 2-3 days a week at the Red Cell Partners Office, located at 1800 Tysons Boulevard, Suite 900, McLean, VA.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, or a relevant scientific/technical field (advanced degree preferred).
• Minimum 6 years of proven successful experience managing Federal government proposals, grants, BAAs, and SBIR/STTRs, with a strong focus on R&D funding proposals.
• Demonstrated understanding of Federal procurement processes and regulations, particularly in the R&D sector.
• Experience working with scientists, consultants, and capture managers on highly technical, multi-stage Federal R&D proposals.
• Experience using modern proposal management AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude AI, AskSage, etc).
• Strong knowledge of proposal best practices and Federal proposal evaluation criteria for R&D funding.
• Completion of Shipley Associates proposal management courses.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, and proposal management software.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into compelling proposal content.
• Ability to manage multiple R&D projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience interviewing subject matter experts to support the proposal writing process for technical R&D proposals.
• Proven track record of managing and winning R&D proposals (RFPs, CSOs, SBIRs, BAAs, OTAs) within the federal market ranging from $1M to $25M-plus (desired).

Preferred

• Experience working with early-stage startups, enthusiastic about solving ambiguous challenges in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Benefits

• 100% employer paid, comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 
• Paid maternity and paternity for 14 weeks at employees’ normal pay. 
• Unlimited PTO, with management approval. 
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning. 
• Optional 401K, FSA, and equity incentives available. 

Salary Range: $125,000-$150,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience, skills, and other factors.

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