Proposal Specialist / Technical Writer, US Government Markets (TS SCI)
Role Overview
As a Proposal Specialist, you are a critical driver of Apex’s business growth. Through collaborating with Business Development, Product, and Mission Management stakeholders, you will drive Apex’s growth by compiling high-quality and compelling proposals to win contracts. You will work across all of Apex’s markets: US Government, Commercial, and International Government.
You will maintain Apex’s suite of productized proposal templates and content library. Detail-oriented, an effective communicator, and a creative writer, you are capable of transforming complex technical concepts into persuasive proposals, white papers, presentations, and other material. By understanding customer requirements, you will effectively deliver content that aligns with customer business goals/needs.
Apex is fast-paced, and you'll be expected to make decisions independently by weighing many needs and priorities. In this role, you'll wear many hats, arising to new business challenges while growing your skills and domain expertise on the job. We are looking for mission-driven teammates who can jump into any new business pursuit with enthusiasm and operate at a high quality within tight deadlines.
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About the Role
As a Proposal Specialist, you are a critical driver of Apex’s business growth. Through collaborating with Business Development, Product, and Mission Management stakeholders, you will drive Apex’s growth by compiling high-quality and compelling proposals to win contracts. You will work across all of Apex’s markets: US Government, Commercial, and International Government.
You will maintain Apex’s suite of productized proposal templates and content library. Detail-oriented, an effective communicator, and a creative writer, you are capable of transforming complex technical concepts into persuasive proposals, white papers, presentations, and other material. By understanding customer requirements, you will effectively deliver content that aligns with customer business goals/needs.
Apex is fast-paced, and you'll be expected to make decisions independently by weighing many needs and priorities. In this role, you'll wear many hats, arising to new business challenges while growing your skills and domain expertise on the job. We are looking for mission-driven teammates who can jump into any new business pursuit with enthusiasm and operate at a high quality within tight deadlines.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a primary author of responses to Request for Information (RFIs), Request for Proposal (RFPs), and other new business opportunities.
- Oversee and quarterback the entire proposal lifecycle, and own final delivery of complete proposals including: technical, cost/price, schedule, and other content.
- Translate technical concepts into easily digestible reading materials for a variety of audiences.
- Create persuasive content that showcases product strengths, capabilities, and solutions to address customer needs.
- Take high-level details as well as rough draft content and convert them into high-impact content for proposals.
- Align your work with established guidelines and quality standards.
- Produce high-caliber work on time, every time.
Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience writing, drafting, and editing proposals for US government or other sophisticated aerospace & defense customers
- Experience working with cross-functional teams (engineering, BD, contracts, etc.) under tight deadlines
- Meticulous, proactive, and highly organized
- Clear communicator whether communication is synchronous or asynchronous, in-person or virtual, written or spoken
- Solid writing and editing skills
- Coachable and team-oriented; ability to receive and offer constructive feedback that promotes individual and team success
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines
- Direct experience in spacecraft or spacecraft-adjacent markets (Nice to have)
- Active Top Secret SCI clearance or willing to attain clearance
- #LI-JC1
Why Join Apex?
Apex believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day. Our employees love working at Apex, and we want you to love it too. We're a fast-growing startup that has raised more than $500M in funding, and we invest heavily in our people from day one.
What We Offer For Full-time Employees:
Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost
Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day
Vibrant community: Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings for you and your family
Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self
World-class Playa Vista office with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life
Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference
Ready to join a team where your contributions matter and your future is bright? Let's build something extraordinary together.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
About Apex
Apex designs and manufactures productized satellite buses at scale, enabling faster and more affordable access to space for commercial and government customers.
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