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Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Proposal Writer with a strong background in U.S. Federal Government contracting to lead and support the development of compelling, compliant, and competitive proposals. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience responding to U.S. Department solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, etc.), deep familiarity with federal contracting vehicles (GSA MAS, IDIQ, BPA, etc.), and knowledge of small business set-aside programs.Key Responsibilities:Research, analyze, and interpret U.S. federal solicitations (SAM.gov, GovWin, Beta.SAM, etc.) to ensure compliance and alignment with requirements.Lead and contribute to the development of high-quality, persuasive proposals for federal agencies (DoD, DHS, HHS, DOE, etc.).Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), capture managers, and business development teams to craft winning strategies.Ensure proposals meet FAR/DFARS requirements and adhere to evaluation criteria.Manage proposal schedules, outlines, compliance matrices, and color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold Teams).Leverage knowledge of federal contract vehicles (GSA Schedules, IDIQs, GWACs, etc.) to enhance proposal positioning.Support small business set-aside opportunities (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) and ensure eligibility compliance.Maintain a repository of past performance, corporate capabilities, and boilerplate content for reuse.Stay updated on federal procurement trends, agency priorities, and competitor analysis.Required Qualifications:3+ years of direct experience writing proposals for U.S. Federal Government contracts.Proven track record of successful submissions and wins in federal contracting.Strong understanding of SAM.gov, GovWin, FPDS, and other federal procurement platforms.Familiarity with GSA Schedules, IDIQs, BPAs, and other federal contracting vehicles.Knowledge of FAR/DFARS, federal acquisition processes, and evaluation factors.Experience with small business programs (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) and set-aside contracting.Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills with attention to detail.Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple proposals simultaneously.Preferred Qualifications:APMP Foundation/Specialist certification or equivalent.Experience with Shipley or similar proposal development processes.Background in technical writing, grants, or federal contract management.Why Join Us?Opportunity to work on high-impact federal proposals with a growing team.Collaborative environment with experienced capture and business development professionals.Competitive compensation and benefits package.