Proposal manager & technical writer

Allegheny Science & Technology (AST) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Proposal Manager & Technical Writer to join our Business Development Team to write and coordinate winning federal proposals that sell AST’s technical solutions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Write and edit compelling, compliant proposals showcasing past performance and replicable, innovative solutions.
• Coordinate the full proposal lifecycle (pre-RFP through post-submission), including schedules, task assignments, progress tracking, and deadlines.
• Work with BD, business unit leads, SMEs, technical teams, writers, and graphic designers to assess opportunities, develop win strategies, determine resource needs, and ensure accurate, relevant content.
• Develop outlines and compliance matrices; ensure compliance with solicitation requirements, FAR, internal processes, and best practices.
• Lead kickoff meetings and storyboard, pink, red, and gold team reviews; incorporate feedback into compliant content under tight deadlines.
• Translate complex technical concepts into scorable, digestible content and big-picture stories tailored to target audiences.
• Create and assist with graphics, charts, and visuals; perform desktop publishing, layout, and proofreading.
• Implement proposal quality control for error-free final documents.
• Track industry trends, propose fresh content ideas, and periodically review and improve proposal strategies.
• Maintain a repository of reusable content and templates.
• Manage multiple proposals concurrently under strict deadlines.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Political Science, or related field.
• 4+ years of federal proposal writing/coordination experience with a track record of winning government contracts.
• Broad understanding of government solicitations and FAR, including contract types (fixed-price, cost-reimbursement); able to decompose requirements and tailor content to score significant strengths.
• Able to write Management Approach, Transition Approach, Resumes, Past Performance, Corporate Experience, Risk Management and Quality Control Plans, Executive Summaries, Cost/Price Narratives, and Introductions.
• Proficient in complex technical proposal writing; able to articulate the “How” and “Why” from the “What”.
• Experience interviewing SMEs to turn technical requirements into persuasive, digestible content.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication; able to digest vast information and produce tailored content quickly.
• Excellent project management, leadership, and interpersonal skills; collaborates with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Strong attention to detail and quality consciousness.
• Expert in MS Word and PowerPoint (styles, templates); familiar with graphics/design tools.
• Knowledge of APMP/Shipley methodologies, applicable to proposals of all sizes.
• Skilled with GovWin IQ, GovTribe, SAM.gov, FedConnect, GSA eBuy, Acquisition.gov, USASpending.gov, NextStage, and similar tools.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Candidates must be located within the East Coast region.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.