Contract Proposal Manager- Department of Defense

Red Six Aerospace is seeking an experienced Contract Proposal Manager to lead and manage the full lifecycle of government proposals for Department of Defense opportunities. This is a high-intensity contract position structured in focused sprint cycles, typically 5–6 weeks of deep engagement. It's ideal for a seasoned DoD proposal professional who thrives under deadline pressure and wants flexibility between engagements.What You'll DoOwn the end-to-end proposal process from DRFP through final RFP submissionLead proposal kick-off, develop compliance matrices, outlines, and schedules, and drive the team to on-time deliveryWrite, edit, and manage proposal volumes including technical, management, past performance, and cost narrativesCoordinate cross-functionally with engineering, finance, contracts, and leadership to gather inputs and ensure proposal qualityServe as the single point of accountability for proposal quality, compliance, and submissionWhat You Bring5+ years of hands-on DoD proposal management experience, including prime and/or subcontractor rolesDeep familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), DFARS, and DoD procurement processesDemonstrated experience managing proposals for Air Force, Army, Navy, SOCOM, or other DoD agenciesStrong working knowledge of RFP/RFQ/BAA/SBIR/STTR structures and response requirementsExcellent written communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into compelling proposal narrativesExperience with proposal tools and platforms (e.g., GovWin, GOVSHP, Privia, or similar)APMP certification a plusContract DetailsStructure: Sprint-based contract. Intensive 5–6 week engagement cyclesLocation: In person- DenverClearance: Active clearance preferred; ability to obtain required