Proposal Writer

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will be responsible for creating and submitting compliant proposals to the Department of Defense and other government agencies, and / or commercial customers in the aviation industry. This position requires excellent writing skills, attention to detail and a strong understanding of the government solicitation process. This is a full-time position working onsite at the King Aerospace Home Office in Addison, Texas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Administer and follow KAI proposal processes for assigned opportunities and tasks.
2. Adherence to KAI Proposal Handbook guidelines is mandatory.
3. Generate 100% compliant proposal volume outlines in accordance with (IAW) Solicitation Section L.
4. Write and edit 100% compliant and compelling proposal material IAW Solicitation Sections C, L and M.
5. Produce professional, high-quality proposal content and appearance.
6. Maintain configuration control of all proposal files, forms, graphics, drafts, reviewers' comments and approvals on company SharePoint.
7. Provide proposal inputs, reviews, problem identification and resolution.
8. Ability to work independently and cooperatively with team members. Demonstrate the ability to plan and manage a proposal schedule.
9. Conduct and participate in strategy sessions, color reviews and perform recoveries.
10. Demonstrate full proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
11. Adobe and graphics proficiency desired.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or related field
• At least two years of writing / editing experience in proposal, business, technical or grant writing.
• Aviation industry experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple proposals under deadlines
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Collaboration with internal teams (business development, finance, SMEs)
• Experience with proposal templates and response software

LANGUAGE ABILITY:

• Proven ability to write clear, accurate technical documentation. Ability to proofread and edit reports. Effective verbal communication and presentation skills.

MATH ABILITY:

• Ability to calculate simple mathematical problems.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Creative, problem-solving approach to projects.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Standard office-based environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit and talk or hear, stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. This position requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Drug Screen
• Background Check

KA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EO) employer. It is the policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.