Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Amentum is a company focused on business development and proposal writing. They are seeking a BD Subject Matter Expert II who will lead proposal efforts, develop content strategies, and ensure compliance with company standards while managing complex customer solicitation requirements.
Responsibilities
- Leading staffing structures and management approaches, ensuring alignment with proposal strategies
- Developing content strategy in collaboration with capture managers while incorporating feedback from proposal managers
- Reviewing and refining subcontractor contributions to ensure accuracy, compliance, and adherence to company standards
- Drafting and contributing to win strategy documentation, including pricing strategies, competitive assessments, and value propositions
- Performing Peer Reviews on other proposal writers as assigned
- Coordinating and leading review sessions (Pink, Red, Gold) for assigned sections or proposals
- Participating in proposal management reviews to ensure the development of accurate and compelling technical, management, and past performance submissions
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication, editing/proofreading, research, and analytical skills
- Strong organizational ability to manage multiple work assignments with competing deadlines while producing high-quality deliverables under pressure
- Comprehensive understanding of federal acquisition process, FAR/DFARS regulations, and the RFP lifecycle (including RFP sections and appendices)
- Familiarity with government customers, including DoD, DoS, USAID, and international organizations, along with related markets, regulations, and cultures
- Strong interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, technical SMEs, and leadership
- Advanced computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, SharePoint), Adobe Acrobat, and related tools
- Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, concise, and compelling narratives
- Basic knowledge of pricing strategies and evaluation criteria (especially relevant at SME II and III levels)
- Bachelor's degree in business, economics, writing, or related field preferred. Substantial experience may substitute for some educational qualifications
- Ten (10) years of experience managing and contributing to federal or technical proposals, with demonstrated leadership
- Formal Shipley or equivalent capture/proposal training is highly desired
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
- Educational reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tax-saving options
- Disability and life insurance
- Pet insurance
Company Overview
Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy. It was founded in 2020, and is headquartered in Germantown, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.amentum.com/.