Returning Candidate? Log back in! Technical Proposal Writer Location US-VA-McLean ID 2024-05-2189 Category Business Development Position Type Full-Time Location Detail Hybrid Company Overview At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our success starts and ends with our people, so we built a company where great people can do great things, with the resources and autonomy to make decisions that transform organizations. We operate as one team of diverse people, united by a passion for continuous growth and optimization. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com Summary

The Proposal Technical Writer will join a growing bid team of proposal managers, technical writers, proposal analysts, and graphic designers. This role works closely with proposal managers and subject matter experts (SMEs) to craft proposals for Information Technology (IT) projects. The Proposal Technical Writer is the driving force behind gathering technical information from our subject matter experts (SMEs) and crafting responses that transform dry technical information into effective proposals.

This position requires a collaborative team member who can effectively work across all levels of ValidaTek, gathering information and producing critical content under tight deadlines. The candidate must be able to proactively engage with key stakeholders to ensure that all written content is appropriate and created at the highest quality standards, while maintaining complete accuracy and proper handling of sensitive data.

 

 

Responsibilities Work directly with proposal team to identify and develop required content for responsesAnalyze Government requirements and write technical and management solutions, including past performance and contract experienceInterview and collaborate with technical resources and SMEs on technical and management topics to develop compliant and compelling response narrativeCollect, integrate, and validate the quality of content from technical specialists and/or consultantsIdentify and rework existing content where relevantConceptualize graphics, figures, tables, and other presentation techniques to optimize impact of information providedCross-reference proposal writing to the solicitation requirements and track compliance with all requirementsDeliver completed written proposal responses to the Proposal Manager in accordance with deadlines, escalating issues as requiredProactively cultivate internal network of SMEsMaintain technical knowledge by maintaining knowledge stores of reusable content Qualifications

Education and Certifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred to include a technical concentrationAt least five years of technical writing experience supporting FAR-based acquisitions

Knowledge and Experience

Demonstrated mastery of written English, including spelling, composition, and grammarGeneral knowledge of IT concepts, technologies, and methodologies, such as networks, cyber security, systems engineering, software development, cloud computing, service desk management, ITIL, DevOps, Agile, and SDLCAbility to demonstrate technical aptitude and to synthesize technical informationDemonstrated ability to grasp technical concepts and translate to compelling, understandable documents for both technical and non-technical readersStrong problem-solving skillsAbility to support and meet dynamic and tight deadlines, including occasional nights and weekendsAbility to plan and prioritize strategicallyVery strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and leadership skillsAbility to effectively interact with a wide range of personnelAbility to work independently and collaborativelyDemonstrated ability to multitask with high-priority demands in an intense, deadline-driven environmentAbility to think critically and draw from multiple resources to create unified and persuasive documentsExcellent attention to detailExcellent organizational skillsAdvanced MS Word skillsExperience with all other MS Office applicationsMust be willing and able to provide after hours and weekend support as needed

Please Note: 

The interview process for this opportunity involves a writing assessment at the time of the interview. This assessment is used to determine trainability and the overall fitness of the candidate, including advanced Microsoft Word skills.

EEO Statement ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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