Proposal and Business Plan Development Manager

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a part-time Proposal and Business Plan Development Manager located at WPAFB, OH. The Proposal and Business Plan Development Manager’s primary function will be to support the Air Force Institute of  Technology’s Office of Research and Outreach with proposal development, business plan development, and research grants administration. The role will primarily focus on assisting with a variety of federal and non-federal proposals and contributing to the development of business plans. 

Why Work with us ?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with the preparation of technical and financial proposals for a variety of federal and non-federal entities. This includes working with faculty, researchers, and staff to ensure all proposal components are well-organized and meet submission requirements.
• Support training efforts for Research Grants Administrators and Principal Investigators (PIs) in understanding sponsored programs processes and proposal development best practices.
• Contribute to the creation and refinement of business plans for various initiatives, ensuring alignment with both organizational and external goals.
• Work closely with a diverse team of leadership, faculty, researchers, and staff to ensure smooth operations and high-quality deliverables.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements:

• Must be a US Citizen 
• 10 years of relevant experience with Business Plan Development and military environment
• Bachelor’s Degree
• A thorough understanding of typical Sponsored Programs Office processes, including proposal development, compliance, and submission.
• Experience with technical and financial proposal preparation, specifically for higher education research projects. Ability to work with various proposal components such as budgets, scopes of work, and technical content.
• A high level of organization, attention to detail, and motivation to resolve issues and ensure accurate and complete proposals and plans.
• Strong background in developing business plans, especially in a research or academic setting.
• Experience with federal proposal calls, including Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) opportunities.
• Background in or experience with military-related projects or initiatives is preferred. 

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.