Federal Proposal Manager

Company DescriptionVantor is a leader in spatial intelligence, driving innovation to enable a more automated and interoperable world. By integrating data from advanced imaging satellites and real-time sensor feeds, we create a living digital replica of Earth that provides unmatched situational awareness. Powered by AI, our platform automates the intelligence cycle, ensuring timely and accurate insights. Our solutions support mission-critical operations and foster the next generation of autonomous systems across defense, intelligence, and commercial industries.Role DescriptionThis is a full-time, on-site role for a Proposal Manager based in Herndon, VA. The Proposal Manager will oversee the development of compelling, compliant, and high-quality proposals in response to customer requirements. ResponsibilitiesMonitoring secure government networks for potential opportunities, RFPs, and bidding instructions.At times, managing and leading multiple proposals simultaneously.Conducting proposal planning/scheduling, detailed RFP analysis, proposal kick-off.Providing small group and one-on-one coaching/guidance to team members and leading teams through proposal development to final delivery.Developing annotated outlines, storyboards, and graphics concepts.Facilitating value propositions, strength/feature/benefit development and solution development.Facilitating color team reviews (i.e., Blue, Pink, Red, Gold).Preparing color review packages and providing necessary review team guidance.Capable of understanding and/or learning a variety of technical concepts.Supporting proposal strategy development, theme and discriminator development, proposal planning and scheduling and proposal artifacts development/publication.Assembling and coordinating with cross-functional teams (Program Management, Engineering, Operations, Business Development, Contracts, and Finance) to deliver compliant, professionally produced proposals in accordance with customer-defined requirements and timelines.Ensuring and leading on-time production and submission/post-submission activities.Minimum Requirements:Current Top Secret with SCI eligibility preferred. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.Requires 5+ years proven successful experience managing, writing, and coordinating U.S. Federal Government proposals of moderate to high complexity.Strong analytical, organizational, and managerial skills.Ability to manage multiple and shifting priorities while meeting high quality standards in a fast-paced environment, supporting critical business development activities under tight deadlines.Experience leading proposal team members in the consistent use of established processes and procedures.Ability to use standard English writing styles and structures to write proposal sections, including the ability to research and synthesize information from multiple sources (subject matter experts, previous proposals, etc.) into a cohesive and persuasive final submission.Have previous experience as a volume lead and/or proposal coordinator.Software Expertise:MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project.SharePoint.Adobe Acrobat.AI proposal-related tools.