[Hiring] Senior Proposal Writer / Proposal Architect @Voyager Technologies

Role Description

Voyager Technologies is seeking a Pittsburgh, PA or Remote Senior Proposal Writer / Proposal Architect to join its Proposal Development Team. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Director of Proposal Development and be responsible for strategizing, architecting, and writing technical proposals for Astrobotic's commercial spacecraft delivery services and spacecraft systems. This position is ideal for systems engineers, technical project managers, space scientists, and other high-level technical thinkers who are interested in flexing their creative skillset more.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work within a team to develop technically credible, convincing, and competitive aerospace proposals for NASA, the DoW, and other government and civilian customers.
• Draft original content for proposals, including product descriptions, technical specifications, and performance requirements.
• Contribute to developing proposal win themes, storyboards, and strategic narrative approaches.
• Contribute to writing executive summaries and other highly critical proposal sections.
• Conduct interviews with subject matter experts to gather technical information and incorporate it into proposals.
• Review technical documentation and convert it into polished and credible proposal content.
• Work with graphic designers to create compelling visual representations of technical content.
• Assemble, review, and edit proposals to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to guidelines.
• Rework proposal content to address feedback from internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide guidance to other technical writers on the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, such as engineering, the physical sciences, or a related area.
• 5+ years of experience working in the aerospace industry or a related field.
• Basic understanding of spacecraft systems and engineering principles.
• Prior experience writing competitive proposals for funding.
• The creativity to communicate technical topics through both prose and graphics.
• High-level, strategic thinking to storyboard compelling technical narratives.
• Strong critical thinking skills to identify and correct technical, logical, and other errors.
• Excellent writing ability, including a strong command of grammar, flow, tone, and conciseness.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• High attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong drive to deliver, improve, and succeed.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines for multiple overlapping projects.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a systems engineer, program manager, or project manager in the aerospace industry.
• Deep understanding of spacecraft systems and engineering principles.
• Experience writing proposals to NASA or the DoW.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees.
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more!
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security.
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment.

Company Description

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security 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.