Persistent Systems is seeking a Technical Proposal Engineer that will be responsible for developing technical content for our capture efforts. The Technical Proposal Engineer will work directly with our Directors of Integration Engineering and Capture.  This individual’s responsibilities will include co-authoring proposals that will capture the technical capabilities of our current and future Wave Relay products.  The Technical Proposal Engineer will act as a subject matter expert for technical content development when working with our internal engineering, business development and program management teams. 

Position Responsibilities

• Creation of compelling technical content for formal deliverables and proposal responses to RFI’s / RFP’s and other similar requirements for Government and Commercial customers 
• Serve as the subject matter expert on Persistent Systems’ Wave Relay® MANET products and capabilities in support of corporate bid and proposal activities
• Maintain expert knowledge of Persistent Systems’ offerings to meet, exceed, and shape customer requirements for proposal responses and other formal deliverables 
• Work closely across Engineering, Sales, Field Operations, and Programs/Capture Departments with Subject Matter Expert counterparts at all levels
• Perform independent research on technologies, markets, and trends and effectively incorporate findings into existing corporate market research activities
• Ensure developed content articulates Persistent Systems’ solutions to varying technical and non-technical clients, including executive level management, VP, and Director levels, Customer Program Offices, and end-users 
• Build compelling content in both narrative and visual form to achieve target outcomes 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education. Preferred disciplines: electrical engineering, computer science, or another scientific field
• 3-5 years of experience crafting compelling and compliant proposal artifacts
• Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Ability to craft technical solutions to customer challenges
• Experience developing graphics to visualize proposed solutions
• Experience leading with a diverse team of engineers to collect and present product capabilities and use cases
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to guide, direct and impact the business, balance challenges associated with program development, program execution, customer obligations, and meeting all business commitments
• Must have a US Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience crafting compelling and compliant proposal artifacts with demonstrated experiences writing winning proposals
• Experience leading technical proposal volume development
• The ability to think and act strategically and tactically from a broad business perspective
• Demonstrated team leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop and execute capture strategies with proven experience understanding the development and execution of key milestones and capture reviews required
• The ability to establish priorities, handle multiple tasks simultaneously and bring matters/issues to successful closure, all during changing priorities
• A thorough understanding of financial/business analysis, competitive analysis, government contracts, technology/business planning
• Experience and familiarity with the government acquisition process
• Strong business acumen and an understanding of how programs support overall business strategy
• Demonstrated ability for decision making in uncertain environments.
• Experience working competitive proposals for US and foreign government and commercial pursuits
• Cost volume and BOE development experience
• Well-organized with strong attention to details
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Demonstrated success at multi-tasking
• Possess an active Secret US Security Clearance

The base pay for this role can vary from $160,000 to $180,000 a year based on individual qualifications. Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus. Persistent Systems, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off (sick time and vacation time); flexible spending accounts; 401(k) plan with company match; fitness membership reimbursement; tuition assistance; mental health benefits; and pet discounts.