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Job DescriptionRole OverviewThe Proposal Manager / Writer supports the full lifecycle of federal proposal development — from RFI to final submission. This role is ideal for someone early in their GovCon career who enjoys writing, coordinating teams, and helping shape winning proposals for federal clients. Key Responsibilities • Review RFPs / RFQs and create compliance matrices and outlines, • Draft and edit management, technical, and past performance sections, • Coordinate inputs from SMEs, capture managers, and partners, • Maintain proposal schedules, templates, and content libraries, • Support color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold) and track action items, • Format and proof final submissions for clarity and compliance, • Assist in preparing slide decks and graphics for oral presentationsRequired Qualifications, • Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Business, or related field, • 1–2 years is preferred in proposal coordination or writing (preferably in GovCon), • Strong grammar, storytelling, and editing skills, • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Adobe PDF, • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively in fast-paced settingsPreferred Qualifications, • Exposure to federal contracting vehicles (GSA, 8(a) STARS III, OASIS+, IDIQs or BPAs), • Interest in Salesforce, or FedRAMP cloud solutions, • Familiarity with GovWin, SAM.gov, or proposal tools, • APMP Foundation Certification (plus)Why Join Stealth Solutions, • Work directly with leadership on high-impact Salesforce modernization proposals, • Gain hands-on experience in federal acquisition and digital transformation, • Fast-track career growth into Capture or Senior Proposal Management roles, • Collaborative culture that values teamwork, mentorship, and innovation

Job Description Title: Technical Writer for Government Programs Company: Heven AeroTech Location: Sterling, Virginia FLSA: Exempt About Our Company: At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don't just believe in the power of people—we build our success on it. As a recognized leader in hydrogen powered drones, we've earned recognition for creating a workplace where innovation thrives, collaboration is second nature, and every employee feels valued. Our culture is anchored in trust, and a shared commitment to excellence. We know that great organizations are built by extraordinary teams. That's why we invest in your professional growth, offering robust training programs, leadership development opportunities, and a clear pathway for advancement. At Heven, your voice matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a tangible impact. Role Summary: The Technical Writer for Government Programs will partner directly with engineering, flight operations, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance to craft persuasive technical narratives that clearly articulate system capabilities, mission advantages, and execution strategies. This position plays a critical role in securing new programs and expanding market presence by ensuring proposals and documentation are technically rigorous, customer-focused, and competitively differentiated. This role translates complex aerospace, mechanical, electrical, and software systems into structured documentation that supports internal teams, customers, regulators, and strategic partners. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced aerospace startup environment and is comfortable working directly with engineers, test teams, and leadership. Essential Responsibilities: • Lead development of technical proposal content supporting UAV platform and system opportunities across defense, government, and commercial markets., • Analyze solicitations (RFPs, RFIs, BAAs, OTAs, and RFQs) to develop compliant and competitive proposal responses., • Translate engineering designs, operational concepts, and performance data into persuasive technical narratives aligned with evaluation criteria., • Author and integrate proposal sections including:, • Technical approach and system architecture, • Mission capability and operational concepts (CONOPS), • Engineering development methodology, • Manufacturing scalability and production readiness, • Verification, validation, and flight test strategy, • Safety, reliability, and airworthiness approach, • Program execution and risk mitigation strategies, • Support development of win themes, discriminators, and value propositions, • Develop and maintain System architecture documentation, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Requirements documentation, Test plans and test reports, Verification & validation documentation, Airworthiness documentation packages, Configuration management records, • Create detailed documentation for UAV subsystems, including:, • Airframe and mechanical systems, • Propulsion systems (including hydrogen or alternative energy systems, if applicable), • Avionics and flight control systems, • Ground control systems, • Embedded and flight software, • Produce and maintain:, • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), • Assembly instructions and work instructions, • Maintenance manuals, • Field service documentation, • Troubleshooting guides, • Training materials for operators and technicians, • Support documentation required for production scaling and quality control., • Assist in preparing documentation for: FAA or other civil aviation authorities, Defense or government customers, Export control compliance (e.g., ITAR/EAR awareness), Safety and risk assessment documentation, • Ensure traceability between requirements, design documentation, and validation artifacts., • Work closely with Systems, mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, • Flight test teams, • Quality assurance and manufacturing teams, • Program management, • Executive leadership Required: • Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, Engineering, Aerospace, or related field., • 3+ years of experience in technical writing within aerospace, robotics, defense, UAV, or high-tech hardware environments., • Experience documenting complex electromechanical systems, • Strong understanding of systems engineering documentation practices., • Familiarity with:, • Requirements management tools (e.g., Jama, DOORS, or similar), • Version control systems (e.g., Git), • Documentation platforms (e.g., Confluence, SharePoint, Markdown-based systems), • Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while working at a computer, reviewing technical data, and producing documentation., • Ability to frequently operate a computer, keyboard, and standard office equipment for document creation, editing, and collaboration., • Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and in writing with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams., • Ability to occasionally move throughout office and manufacturing environments to observe processes, equipment, and testing activities. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Heven AeroTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Job Description Title: AI Proposal Writer Location: Our client is seeking an onsite Proposal Manager/Writer to support our corporate HQ located in Sterling, VA. This role is responsible for managing, developing, and writing high-quality, compliant federal proposals in support of our growth goals and service offerings. This is a highly visible role that works closely with executive leadership, business development, recruiting, and teaming partners. Duties are performed within a collaborative team environment with a strong focus on quality, compliance, innovation, and win strategy. This position requires deliberate, hands-on use of AI-enabled tools and technologies to improve proposal development efficiency, compliance validation, content quality, and competitiveness. Candidates should be comfortable integrating AI into their daily workflow while applying sound judgment, GovCon experience, and human insight. Founded in 2009 as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), our client is headquartered in Sterling, VA, has provided our clients with support services in nearly every U.S. state and has historic annual revenues ~$20M. They are a consulting practice that specializes in providing government agencies with critical support services, such as: Acquisition/Contracting, Subject Matter Experts, Grants & Financial Management, HR & Personnel Support, IT Services and Administrative Support Services. We are seeking a highly motivated, intelligent, inquisitive, driven, enthusiastic, self-starter individual who thrives in a small business environment and desires a direct impact on the organization in terms of daily driving growth. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: • Manage all aspects of proposal development from receipt of RFI/RFP/RFQ/SSN through final delivery, leveraging AI-enabled writing and analysis tools to improve speed, accuracy, compliance, and quality., • Actively use AI tools to:, • Analyze solicitations and evaluation criteria, • Develop outlines and compliance matrices, • Draft and refine proposal narratives, • Improve clarity, consistency, and persuasiveness, • Support red team / pink team / gold team reviews, • Apply human judgment to validate, tailor, and finalize AI-assisted content to ensure full compliance with federal acquisition requirements and VMSI win themes., • Envision the entire proposal solution, integrate win themes, facilitate proposal meetings, and manage reviews with internal stakeholders., • Develop and write compelling, compliant proposal volumes, including but not limited to:, • Management, • Technical, • Past Performance, • Staffing, • Transition, • Manage assigned proposal resources; edit and review content; resolve compliance issues; and coordinate across internal and external stakeholders., • Analyze technical and contractual requirements of federal solicitations and ensure alignment across all proposal volumes., • Author proposal sections and collaborate on graphic concepts to enhance evaluator comprehension and scoring., • Maintain effective communication across teams using collaborative tools such as SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and proposal automation platforms., • Coordinate with contracts and pricing teams to support cost and contractual volumes., • Monitor amendments, Q&A, and solicitation changes and update proposal content accordingly., • Support opportunity research using tools such as SAM.gov, GovWin, GovTribe, eBuy, and internal BD resources., • Experience supporting proposal development, technical writing, or structured writing efforts in a federal government contracting services environment or a strong professional writing background with exposure to regulated, technical, or compliance-driven content., • Demonstrated experience using AI-enabled tools (e.g., generative AI, proposal automation, content analysis tools) or the ability to quickly learn and apply such tools to support writing, analysis, compliance checking, and quality improvement., • Ability to articulate how AI is used responsibly and effectively in federal proposal development (AI is a tool, not a substitute for compliance or expertise)., • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and collaborative content development platforms., • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines., • 5+ years of experience managing and writing proposals valued at $1M+ in a federal government contracting services environment., • Experience working for or with a federal government contractor in any capacity (e.g., proposals, contracts, technical delivery, BD, program support, or operations)., • Experience developing repeatable, AI-enabled proposal processes, • Familiarity with prompt engineering or structured AI workflows for proposals, • Experience improving proposal win rates through process innovation and automation, • Attractive total compensation package to include competitive salary and medical benefits., • 17 days of Paid Time Off (to start!) + 11 Paid Holidays. Additional 1 week added on 4 year anniversary (22 days of PTO altogether) and 9 year anniversary (27 days of PTO altogether)., • Monthly phone allowance, • Health insurance plans to include medical, vision, and dental., • Health Savings Account, • Flexible Spending Account, • Pet Insurance, • 401K, • Tuition reimbursement Equal Opportunity Employment: provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Job Description Title: Proposal Writer Company: Heven AeroTech Location: Sterling, Virginia FLSA: Exempt About Our Company: At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don't just believe in the power of people—we build our success on it. As a recognized leader in hydrogen powered drones, we've earned recognition for creating a workplace where innovation thrives, collaboration is second nature, and every employee feels valued. Our culture is anchored in trust, and a shared commitment to excellence. We know that great organizations are built by extraordinary teams. That's why we invest in your professional growth, offering robust training programs, leadership development opportunities, and a clear pathway for advancement. At Heven, your voice matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a tangible impact. Role Summary: The Proposal Writer is responsible for developing compliant, compelling, and technically accurate proposal content for U.S. Government solicitations, including RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and BAAs. This role works closely with engineering, program management, capture teams, and subject matter experts to translate complex aerospace technologies, programs, and capabilities into persuasive proposal narratives that align with federal acquisition requirements. The Proposal Writer ensures all proposal materials meet solicitation requirements, evaluation criteria, and compliance standards while clearly articulating the company's technical strengths, innovation, and mission impact. Essential Responsibilities: • Write, edit, and format proposal volumes for federal aerospace and defense opportunities., • Translate technical aerospace concepts (UAS, avionics, propulsion, ISR systems, autonomy, etc.) into clear proposal language., • Develop narrative responses aligned with evaluation criteria, statement of work (SOW), and instructions to offerors., • Analyze solicitations to identify proposal requirements, evaluation factors, and compliance matrices., • Ensure all proposal sections adhere to FAR/DFARS requirements and agency guidelines., • Maintain compliance with formatting, page limits, and submission requirements., • Interview engineers, program managers, and SMEs to gather technical inputs., • Convert technical inputs into persuasive proposal narratives emphasizing performance, innovation, and mission relevance., • Coordinate with capture managers to align proposal messaging with win strategies., • Support development of win themes, discriminators, and value propositions., • Ensure proposal narratives reflect customer mission priorities and acquisition objectives., • Contribute to storyboard development and proposal outlines., • Perform technical editing, copy editing, and formatting across proposal volumes., • Ensure consistency in tone, terminology, and messaging., • Participate in color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold, and White reviews)., • Maintain proposal libraries, reusable content, and past performance narratives., • Track deadlines and coordinate inputs across internal teams. Required: • Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Communications, Engineering, or related field., • 3–7+ years of experience writing U.S. federal government proposals in aerospace, defense, or technology sectors., • Strong understanding of FAR/DFARS proposal requirements and federal acquisition processes., • Demonstrated experience writing proposals for agencies such as DoD, NASA, DHS, FAA, or other federal agencies., • Ability to translate complex aerospace engineering concepts into clear written narratives., • Experience supporting UAS/UAV, defense aviation, space systems, or advanced aerospace programs., • Familiarity with Shipley proposal processes or similar proposal methodologies., • Experience writing technical volumes, management volumes, and past performance sections., • Experience supporting IDIQ, OTA, SBIR/STTR, or BAA proposals., • The ability to maintain a stable, upright seated or standing position for extended periods (typically 6–10 hours per day) without significant physical fatigue., • High-frequency use of fingers and wrists for data entry, complex coding, and navigating digital interfaces using keyboards and mice. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Heven AeroTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Health insurance Key Responsibilities • Review RFPs / RFQs and create compliance matrices and outlines, • Draft and edit management, technical, and past performance sections, • Coordinate inputs from SMEs, capture managers, and partners, • Maintain proposal schedules, templates, and content libraries, • Support color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold) and track action items, • Format and proof final submissions for clarity and compliance, • Assist in preparing slide decks and graphics for oral presentationsRequired Qualifications, • Bachelors degree in English, Communications, Business, or related field, • 12 years is preferred in proposal coordination or writing (preferably in GovCon), • Strong grammar, storytelling, and editing skills, • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Adobe PDF, • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively in fast-paced settingsPreferred Qualifications, • Exposure to federal contracting vehicles (GSA, 8(a) STARS III, OASIS+, IDIQs or BPAs), • Interest in Salesforce, or FedRAMP cloud solutions, • Familiarity with GovWin, SAM.gov, or proposal tools, • APMP Foundation Certification (plus)Why Join Stealth Solutions, • Work directly with leadership on high-impact Salesforce modernization proposals, • Gain hands-on experience in federal acquisition and digital transformation, • Fast-track career growth into Capture or Senior Proposal Management roles, • Collaborative culture that values teamwork, mentorship, and innovation Flexible work from home options available.

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