Associate Proposal Manager

TL;DR

Associate Proposal Manager: Managing the full lifecycle development of complex federal proposals for enterprise opportunities with an accent on compliance, strategy, and cross-functional collaboration. Focus on leading proposal efforts for DoD and Intelligence Community customers while ensuring high-quality, executable solutions under tight deadlines.

Location: Must be based in or able to work onsite in Herndon, VA 3 days per week. U.S. citizenship and active Secret clearance required.

Salary: $83,000–$139,000 annually (Washington, DC metro area).

Company

hirify.global is a spatial intelligence company focused on helping decision-makers navigate complex environments through innovative technology solutions.

What you will do

• Support the full lifecycle development of complex federal proposals from pre-proposal to submittal.
• Develop winning proposal strategies and translate capture objectives into high-quality, compliant content.
• Lead and coordinate color reviews, providing actionable feedback to ensure proposal quality.
• Manage proposal activities against strict schedules and RFP requirements.
• Coach subject matter experts and contributors in persuasive writing and proposal best practices.
• Communicate progress, risks, and decisions effectively to senior leadership and capture teams.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance required.
• 3–5 years of experience managing and developing complex federal proposals.
• Demonstrated experience leading major sections of proposal volumes for large enterprise opportunities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and proposal production tools.
• Willingness to work onsite in Herndon, VA 3 days per week.

Nice to have

• Formal proposal training or certifications such as Shipley or APMP.
• Experience with geospatial services, cybersecurity, or cloud domains.
• Familiarity with AI tools and workflows.
• Experience supporting IDIQs, GWACs, or BPAs.

Culture & Benefits

• Robust 401(k) plan with company match.
• Comprehensive mental health resources.
• Unique perks including student loan repayment assistance and pet insurance.
• Inclusive workplace committed to equal opportunity and professional growth.