Proposal Coordinator

Join North Wind - Accelerating Hypersonic Innovation

At North Wind, we are advancing hypersonic technologies through cutting-edge research, system development, and flight testing. Our team drives innovation in high-speed aerodynamics, propulsion systems, and mission-critical components, supporting every phase of hypersonic programs - from R&D to flight testing, If you are passionate about pushing technological boundaries in a dynamic environment, we invite you to join us.

Summary: The Proposal Coordinator is responsible for managing schedules, tracking deliverables, maintaining compliance, and coordinating across technical, pricing, and contracts teams to ensure on-time, zero-defect submissions.

Position Responsibilities & Candidate Attributes:

• Coordinate all phases of the proposal lifecycle, including planning, development, review cycles, and final submission to ensure timely and compliant delivery
• Analyze solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs), develop compliance matrices and outlines, and ensure all proposal requirements and formatting guidelines are met
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (business development, capture, technical teams, and leadership) to gather, manage, and refine proposal content
• Manage proposal documentation, including maintaining content libraries, tracking past performance and resumes, and ensuring version control
• Support proposal production by facilitating reviews (e.g., Pink, Red, Gold Teams), incorporating feedback, and handling editing, formatting, and submission through required channels

Preferred Education / Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Communications, English, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of experience in proposal coordination, business development, or related role (government contracting experience preferred)

Preferred Knowledge / Ability:

• Experience supporting federal and/or DoD proposal efforts
• Familiarity with proposal tools (e.g., GovWin, SharePoint, proposal management systems)
• APMP certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Working knowledge of DoD acquisition, R&D funding, and technology development programs
• Strong understanding of federal procurement regulations (e.g., FAR)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to tailor messaging to diverse audiences
• U.S. citizenship required; active security clearance preferred or ability to obtain
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking capabilities
• High attention to detail with a focus on compliance and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Experience with document control, formatting, and version management

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Lead Proposal/Capture Manager across all proposal phases (kickoff through submission)
• Develop and manage proposal schedules, milestones, and deadlines
• Coordinate kickoff meetings, status calls, and review sessions
• Track action items and ensure timely completion across teams
• Maintain CRM data and reporting in coordination with BD
• Coordinate SME inputs and resource alignment
• Manage document repositories (SharePoint/Teams or equivalent)
• Support Gate Reviews and color team reviews (Red/Gold)
• Track, manage, and resolve review comments
• Support final proposal production, formatting, and submission
• Interface with Capture, Technical, Pricing, and Contracts teams
• Ensure team alignment on requirements, timelines, and deliverables