Proposal Manager
Qualis Corporation · qualis-corp.com
HuntsvilleOn-siteLead / Manager3–5 yrs
The job in short
Federal government proposal writer.
MarketingCompliance
Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-06-29
- Location as listed
- Huntsville, AL, US
- Role
- Defense / Government Specialist
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Qualis LLC is seeking a Proposal Manager to lead, develop, and write compelling proposals for complex Federal Government contracts. The ideal candidate will work from our corporate office in Huntsville, AL, collaborating with cross-functional teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and business development leaders to deliver high-scoring, compliant proposals. This role focuses on traditional technical proposal writing, leveraging modern collaboration and productivity tools to streamline workflows and maintain a competitive edge.
Essential Duties
• Proposal Writing & Development: Draft clear, compliant, and persuasive executive summaries, technical narratives, and management plans.
• SME Interviews: Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to translate complex technical concepts into clear, high-level proposal content.
• Compliance & Quality: Ensure all content strictly adheres to RFP instructions, evaluation criteria, and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Content Repository Management: Maintain and update a repository of proposal content (boilerplate, past performance, templates) for efficient organization and reuse.
• Market Research & BD Support: Conduct market research and support business development by updating opportunity databases and SharePoint trackers.
• Corporate Communications: Assist with drafting internal and external materials (newsletters, press releases, marketing collateral) as needed.
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Required Qualifications
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, Business, or a related field. A technical degree or background is a plus.
• Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in federal proposal writing or technical writing within the government contracting industry.
• Methodology: Familiarity with Shipley or APMP proposal methodologies.
• Technology Integration: Experience using standard proposal management software, collaboration suites, or digital writing assistants to streamline workflows is preferred.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
Required Qualifications
• Exceptional technical writing, copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility to manage diverse assignments under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SharePoint, and collaborative platforms.
Key Tools & Technologies
• Proposal & Collaboration: NextStage, SharePoint, MS Teams, Microsoft Office Suite
• Writing Assistants: Familiarity with AI-enabled writing or research platforms (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) is a plus
Qualis LLC has a comprehensive benefits package based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements that includes:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off and Holidays
• Educational, professional development and certification reimbursement.
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and Life Insurance
Qualis LLC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and talented workforce who can contribute to the mission and vision of the Company. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we promote a positive work environment, teamwork, professional growth, innovation, community involvement, flexible scheduling and a family-friendly work environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled and a Participant in E-Verify.
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