Proposal Coordinator

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. Coordinate proposal activities from pre-solicitation release through final submission, including schedules, assignments, reviews, and deadlines .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in DoD proposal coordination and business development operations, with a strong focus on compliance, project management, and effective communication. Proficient in utilizing proposal development methodologies and tools to produce high-quality submissions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

DoD Proposal CoordinationBusiness Development OperationsProposal Development MethodologiesGoogle Suite ProficiencyMicrosoft Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Proposal CoordinationCompliance Matrices DevelopmentProposal Content DraftingDocument AssemblyQuality ControlProject ManagementAttention to DetailEditingProofreadingPipeline Management

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyProactive Follow-Up

Tools & Technologies

SlackSalesforce

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Government ContractingFARNon-FAR AcquisitionsDoD Business DevelopmentCapture ActivitiesProposal ActivitiesTechnology ProposalsSoftware ProposalsAI ProposalsEngineering Proposals

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate proposal activities from pre-solicitation release through final submission, including schedules, assignments, reviews, and deadlines
Support research into government customers, acquisition pathways, contract vehicles, incumbent contractors, and upcoming requirements
Review solicitations and develop compliance matrices, proposal outlines, checklists, and submission requirements
Monitor and track government procurement sources and portals for opportunities, amendments, notices, and relevant customer activity
Coordinate inputs across growth, technical, contracts, pricing, finance, and external partners and translate their input into clear, compliant, and compelling written responses
Draft and contribute proposal content, including executive summaries, management, past performance, and other response sections
Coordinate capture and proposal meetings, track action items, and follow up with responsible owners
Perform desktop publishing including proposal formatting, editing, quality control, document assembly, and final submission
Maintain reusable proposal content, templates, past performance, resumes, and corporate documentation
Support pipeline management, recurring reviews, leadership reporting, and analysis of business development activity

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in DoD proposal coordination, business development operations, government contracting, or a related role
Strong organizational and project management skills
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines at once
Strong written communication, proofreading, and editing skills
Ability to work independently and proactively follow up with contributors
Applied experience with Shipley or similar proposal development methodologies
Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Suite
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
Familiarity with FAR and non FAR based government acquisitions
Experience supporting DoD business development, capture, or proposal activities
Experience supporting technology, software, AI, defense, or engineering proposals
Experience with Slack
Experience with Salesforce
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health care plan with 100% premium coverage, including medical, dental, and vision
401k with 5% matching
Paid Time Off (uncapped vacation, plus sick and public holidays)
Flexible hybrid or remote work arrangement
Relocation assistance for qualifying employees
Pay depends on experience, but we strive to be at the upper end of the salary range