Bid Manager (Defense)

TL;DR

Bid Manager (Defense): Leading end-to-end bid processes for US federal and institutional clients within the autonomous defense sector with an accent on RFP analysis, proposal strategy, and FAR/DFARS compliance. Focus on translating complex technical systems into persuasive proposals and coordinating cross-functional inputs from Sales, Product, and Engineering.

Location: On-site in the US

Company

hirify.global is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems for allied forces.

What you will do

• Manage the full lifecycle of bids across US federal markets.
• Lead RFP analysis, qualification, proposal strategy, and final submission.
• Translate complex autonomous system specifications into clear, structured, and persuasive proposals.
• Ensure full compliance with US procurement frameworks (FAR/DFARS), security, and export control requirements.
• Coordinate alignment across Sales, Product, R&D, Legal, and Finance teams.
• Interface directly with government stakeholders and prime contractors during bidding phases.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Bid or Proposal Management within US federal or defense environments.
• Proven track record of responding to DoW or federal RFPs.
• Strong understanding of US procurement frameworks (FAR/DFARS), compliance, and security requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for leading senior executives and diverse teams.
• Must be based in the US and available to work on-site.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on mission-critical technologies with real-world impact.
• High-bar environment emphasizing rigor, ownership, and execution.
• Fast-paced growth following a successful $200M Series B funding round.
• Focus on tackling the hardest technical challenges in autonomous defense.