AOX is an end-to-end engineering company that creates solutions, puts them into practice, and manufactures them. We develop solutions to some of the nation's hardest technical challenges leveraging advanced technical capabilities in optical, mechanical, software, electronics controls, systems, test and manufacturing engineering to perform applied research, engineering development, and precision manufacturing.
AOX excels in a range of applications from adaptive optical systems, deformable mirrors, wavefront sensors, and sub-nanometer precision actuators to photonic systems that acquire and process data in real time for a variety of high-availability applications. AOX's market offerings include lightweight passive and active CERAFORM™ and CERAPRINT™ silicon carbide (SiC) optics and precision structures as well as large and small precision opto-mechanical systems supporting electronics and sophisticated controls software.
We are seeking a Proposal Manager 2 to join our team. The selected candidate will work with teams to manage the capture/sales pipeline and coordinate all proposal activities, creating compliant, compelling business proposals that result in winning new business with U.S. and international customers. This position is located on-site and can be in either Devens, MA or East Hartford, CT.
Role and Responsibilities:

Document and train the team on a standard proposal development and review process

* Lead and execute proposal management, partnered with designated PMs and Portfolio Leads to ensure on-time delivery of proposals and document lessons learned to improve processes

* Compile cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications

* Ensure that all customer requirements are determined and are addressed in the proposal response, including use of SOW compliance matrices

* Engage with Portfolio Managers to craft proposal strategy and develop compelling messaging to address Northrop Grumman strengths

* Create compliant, compelling proposals which clearly and succinctly address the RFP requirements

* Work with the proposal team to generate proposal risk assessments

* Maintain the business capture pipeline within SalesForce and perform pipeline data analytics

* Lead AOX opportunity/awards plan reviews with BU leadership

* Act as first point of contact for potential AOX customers

* Organize Business Development activities such as conference attendance plans, webpage/marketing

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a technical, management, or business-related discipline with a minimum of 10 years' relevant proposal experience; OR a minimum of 8 years' relevant proposal experience with a Master's degree in a technical, management, or business discipline. An additional 4 years experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

* Minimum of 5 years' experience specifically in proposal management

* Experience leading proposals greater than $1 million in value

* Experience leading and/or writing proposal volumes

* Ability to travel as needed

* Strong attention to detail, as this position requires processing large amounts of data across dozens of programs simultaneously

* Strong teamwork and communication skills to ensure changes to plans are fully understood

* Ability to organize, balance and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously in a highly dynamic aerospace manufacturing environment

* Strong computer skills including MS Office, specifically with Excel

* US Citizenship is a bona fide requirement

* Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent skills in critical thinking, writing, editing, visual element planning, and BOE development

* Experience with DoD FFP and cost type proposals, including cost volume development

* Understanding of Northrop Grumman Space Sector strategies, customers, and priorities

* Experience with NG tools including Salesforce, SharePoint, Tableau, Workday, etc

* Experience with organizational effectiveness and operations implementing best practices

* Advanced Data Analytics training and experience

* Active Top Secret Clearance

Salary Range: $125,500 - $188,300
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.