What are the responsibilities and job description for the Proposal Coordinator position at York Space Systems?
Salary: $70,000 - $100,000
York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations.
We are seeking a proactive, enthusiastic proposal coordinator to join our Business Development and Proposal Team. The ideal candidate for this role is a person who can work both collaboratively and independently to complete projects diligently within a fast-paced environment.
In this internally facing role, your focus will coordinate contract change proposals for our portfolio of on-going programs. You will support complex and technical bids, including helping to execute multi-volumed proposals. You will gain detailed knowledge of York’s programs, capabilities, products, and processes, to support providing our clients with top-notch solutions tailored to meet their needs. This position reports to directly to the Capture Solutions Manager of the Capture and Proposal Operations (CaPO) team.
We are seeking a proactive, enthusiastic proposal coordinator to join our Business Development and Proposal Team. The ideal candidate for this role is a person who can work both collaboratively and independently to complete projects diligently within a fast-paced environment.
In this internally facing role, your focus will coordinate contract change proposals for our portfolio of on-going programs. You will support complex and technical bids, including helping to execute multi-volumed proposals. You will gain detailed knowledge of York’s programs, capabilities, products, and processes, to support providing our clients with top-notch solutions tailored to meet their needs. This position reports to directly to the Capture Solutions Manager of the Capture and Proposal Operations (CaPO) team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Gain an understanding of York’s capabilities and effectively communicate about the solutions to meet the client's evolving needs.
- Follow York’s contract change proposal process. Work cross-functionally with the York Contracts POC, the PM, and the program execution team to deliver solutions that best meet customer and company needs with regards to all aspects: scope, price, schedules, terms, payments, etc.
- Clearly communicate scope, schedule, and price impacts of requested contract changes.
- Ensure consistency and quality across York change proposals.
- Communicate and coordinate effectively with the York business development team, finance team, program execution team, engineering, etc. to extrapolate timely internal correspondence and responses to clients. Ensure cross-functional alignment.
- Maintain accurate information in internal proposal and change proposal management tools. Meet weekly with management to ensure on-time delivery of all ongoing change proposal efforts.
- Work internally to ensure deadlines for customer communications, change proposals, clarification request responses, RFI or ROM responses are met.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Work independently as a self-starter committed to delivering the highest customer service, quality, and results
- Self-driven work ethic without ego; does what is necessary to support team success
- Experience with cross-department relationship-building and team coordination
- Executive presence—the ability to show confidence, poise, and leadership in any room
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Bachelor's Degree
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance required.
- Bachelor's Degree
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in program planning (e.g., MS Project, IMS) desirable
- Experience in project management desirable
- Current Active Security Clearance highly desired.
BENEFITS
In addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply for this position” link below. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.
York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000
