Proposal Manager

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. Job summary: We are seeking a highly motivated Proposal & Capture Manager to join our rapidly growing team. This role will sit at the heart of Voyager's growth engine, providing essential project management, strategic thinking, and content generation skills. The Proposal Manager will expertly navigate the dynamic environment of a hyper‑growth company, managing competing priorities with overlapping schedules. Responsibilities: Crafting compelling materials to inform our customers' market research and acquisition strategies. Writing clear, persuasive technical, cost and business narratives on our cutting‑edge capabilities. Developing and implementing robust pricing strategies in coordination with the Voyager Pricing Organization. Collaborating across internal and external stakeholder teams to successfully close deals. Leading internal proposal reviews. Constructing the narratives and proposal documents that directly drive Voyager's business growth. Analyzing RFP/RFI/ROM requirements, coordinating with performing organizations to develop all elements of the response, supporting internal proposal reviews, supporting customer fact findings, and providing negotiation support. Ensuring adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA), and Voyager Technologies policies and procedures regarding proposal preparation, review, compliance, submission, updates/revisions, and negotiations. Partnering with diverse business and technical stakeholders to pursue long‑term opportunities and execute Voyager's capture, pricing, and outreach strategy through proposals, white papers, and various contractual documents. Ensuring absolute compliance with all bespoke requirements for each effort. Managing and writing high-quality responses to Government and customer requests, including RFIs, white papers, product information requests, quotes, and complex proposals. Developing, maintaining, and owning the strategic proposal structure across all of Voyager’s products and business lines. Establishing and continuously improving the end-to-end proposal process. Developing and curating a comprehensive content library of reusable prose, technical briefs, and graphics for use across the business. Coordinating directly with technical counterparts on the Engineering team to accurately and compellingly represent the company’s technology to potential customers. Monitoring, triaging, and flagging potential opportunities to key internal stakeholders. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, engineering, or a related field. 4+ years of experience in proposals, contracts, pricing, or operations – ideally in aerospace, defense, aviation, or a manufacturing environment. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. Exceptional writing skills with a proven ability to generate comprehensive documents under tight deadlines. Working knowledge of FAR, DFAR, TINA, and other Government procurement regulations as they pertain to proposals. Aptitude and experience in building structure and process. Ability to clearly articulate complex technical information, actively listen, understand business needs, and build strong relationships across the organization. Comfort and experience working with a diverse range of disciplines, including Design, Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, Legal and Finance. Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a US Government clearance (requires US citizenship). Preferred qualifications: MBA or advanced degree in Business, Finance, or Engineering. Experience with Space Programs is a plus. An active TS/SCI clearance and experience with Special Access Programs (SAP) is a plus. Key competencies: Strong attention to detail and data accuracy. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Good collaboration skills with proven ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and accurately to meet deadlines. Ability to prioritize and stay organized within a fast‑paced environment. Strategic thinking with a results‑oriented mindset. Effective communication and stakeholder management. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Negotiation skills and commercial acumen. Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic team environment. Work Environment: This position will be hybrid with up to 25% travel to Voyager Technologies sites (CO, CA, TX, OH, NV). May require occasional travel to customer sites, manufacturing locations, or industry events. Please click “Apply” to submit your application. Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice. California pay range: $130,000 — $190,000 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr Voyagertechnologiesinc