We are seeking a talented and experienced Proposal Writer to join ARKA’s Advanced Communication and Mission Applications (ACMA) team. The proposal writer will be responsible for writing, editing, and formatting clear and compelling proposal packages for RFPs and RFIs, including technical, management, cost, past performance volumes.
This position requires an impeccable attention to detail, the confidence to jump in and participate in proposal efforts under tight deadlines, and the spirit to collaborate effectively with our engineering and project teams.
A successful candidate will have the ability to research, develop, organize, and craft compelling narratives describing ARKA’s technical approach. Applicants should be excellent communicators and have the ability to drive deliverable to closure on schedule.
This position is located onsite at our Colorado Springs, CO office. Please be prepared to send a portfolio with writing samples.
Key Responsibilities:
- Research and write compelling original proposal content and review, edit, and rewrite content developed by others. Integrate content into final documents.
- Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and make them easily understandable in text and graphics.
- Monitor proposal content to ensure compliance to RFP requirements, evaluation criteria, and technical specifications.
- Demonstrate unparalleled attention to detail while proofreading, editing, and finalizing proposals within established schedules and deadlines.
- Design and develop professional templates in line with meticulous attention to company branding in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Creative Suite, for internal and external use.
- Manage program deliverables and proposal content and documentation and libraries, ensuring content is accurate and updated on a regular basis.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communications or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in a proposal/technical communications/content creator role.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, including MS Word and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated ability to work across departments and companies with effective communication, leadership, and project management skills.
- Excellent writing, grammar, and spelling skills.
- Proven attention to detail and schedule management.
- Ability to work in a deadline-conscious, results-driven environment and manage multiple projects at one time.
- Prior experience with DoD and or Federal Government contracting experience.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with Adobe InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, SnagIt, and SharePoint.
- Talent for creating and/or conceptualizing visuals that convey complex information and proposal themes in a persuasive and engaging way.
- In-depth understanding of the Shipley (or related) proposal process
Essential Requirements:
May need to obtain and maintain a security clearance for this position.
What We Offer
- Colorado pay range from: $80,000 to $100,000 annually (depending on experience)
- Flexible work arrangements
- Generous vacation policy
- Recognition and rewards
- Paid company holidays, sick time, and maternity/paternity leave
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer contributions to 401k
- Health savings account (HSA) option
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance, AD&D, and accident insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Stipends for cell phone
- Tuition/professional development assistance
- Employee discounts from company partners
- Onsite gym
- Annual bonus eligibility (based on company performance)
Working at AMERGINT
AMERGINT’s headquarters is located in northern Colorado Springs, CO. We are driven by challenge. We hire problem-solvers, and then we trust and empower them to take ownership, lead decision-making, and differentiate. AMERGINT is the place to build the career you want. We offer challenging work, a stocked kitchen, espresso machines, flexible work arrangements, company-sponsored events, community volunteer events, onsite games/break activities, business casual attire, an onsite gym, and local trails for hiking and biking. Our offices are also dog friendly, and we encourage our people to bring in their furry friends.
AMERGINT Technologies, Inc. is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
