Proposal Coordinator Business Development

Date Posted:

2024-06-14
Country:

United States of America
Location:

RC1:
United Tech Research Center 411 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06108 USA
Position Role Type:

Hybrid

For more than 90 years the RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) has operated as a multidisciplinary group of experts collaborating on groundbreaking innovations. Our team includes some of the world's leading scientists, researchers and engineers working to anticipate the discoveries destined to change everything, and they transform that research into the solutions and products that help our businesses shape the future of aerospace and defense. Our unique talent, experience and resources allow us to deliver rapid responses to critical, time-sensitive challenges and develop breakthroughs for a safer, more connected world.

The RTRC Strategic Technologies and Partnership Office is looking to fill a Proposal Coordinator Position. The individual who fills this role will be responsible for driving the process for submission of white papers and proposals working closely with the Business Development, Contracts and Finance teams. This role offers exposure to a wide range of technologies and US government agencies.

What You Will Do

The Proposal Coordinator leads the preparation and submission of RTRC bids and proposals (B&P) deliverables.

The Proposal Coordinator will coordinate and execute the B&P submissions process at RTRC to ensure:
• Adherence to standard work and best practices in B&P deliverables process from receipt of the solicitation through final submission
• Effective coordination of processes and procedures between contributing internal organizations
• Compliance with terms, conditions, requirements, and other obligations laid out in customer solicitations

Additional responsibilities include staff training, metrics tracking, post-submittal analysis, lessons learned, continuous improvement and providing timely management reports regarding B&P activity.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Strong attention to detail, teamwork, time management, and organizational skills are an absolute requirement
• Experience tracking multiple deliverables to ensure timely and accurate submission of white papers and proposals
• Experience scheduling kickoff meetings with principal investigators and required teams to ensure alignment on resources and schedule
• Must have knowledge of the latest U.S. government procurement practices, sound business principles and a working understanding of proposal pricing.
• Must possess strong capabilities in electronic communication, desktop publishing and electronic proposal submittals.
• Experience communicating and interfacing effectively with highly technical scientists/engineers, executives, managers, and support staff.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access the financial management system due to government contractual requirements

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with proposal preparation and submission
• BA/BS in Engineering, Technical Writing or related field preferred.
• Responsibilities (Core & Day to Day)

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team:


What We Offer:
Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Requires advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management. Practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work.

Typically requires:


A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience

Engineering/Other Technical Positions:


Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the app.