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We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.

We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the MV-75 Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), part of the US Army’s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless, and Bell's High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation stop-fold tilt-rotor. This position is onsite in Fort Worth as an individual contributor.

Sr. Military Proposal Specialist

Bell has an opening in our Fort Worth, TX headquarters for a Sr. Military Proposal Specialist to support the Bell Enterprise and Textron with solicitation strategy, proposal response management, and development of quality responses. Bring your experience and ideas and help us develop compliant, compelling, winning proposals that reflect the Bell Brand. As a Sr. Military Proposal Specialist, you will report to the Manager of the Capture Support Team (CST), and work across the Textron Enterprise to prepare, edit and submit finalized responses and proposal documents. Assists CST in maintaining the proposal schedule, planning, development, configuration control, and submittal of compliant compelling responses. You will also work to lead and direct internal and external support to communicate proposal responses in various ways, including graphic layouts, PowerPoint presentations, and SharePoint management. You will lead the development of templates for all future proposals and drive to an established cadence.

What you’ll be doing as a Sr. Military Proposal Specialist

Integrate with Proposal Specialists across the Bell and Textron Enterprise to:

Assess current enterprise-wide best practices and processes related to competitive proposals and develop future state recommendations based on benchmarking comparisons and in-depth reviews with internal and external SMEs on a basis of continuing improvementSeek out internal and external training and development opportunities to advance understanding of new proposal concepts and practicesDevelop ongoing training and development exercises to ensure enterprise readiness for major proposalsPlan and lead the development and review of proposal strategies, themes, and support the development of proposal management plans as required to include formatting and publication of final documentsLead cross-functional teams to ensure timely development and delivery of proposals

We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.

We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the MV-75 Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), part of the US Army’s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless, and Bell's High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation stop-fold tilt-rotor. This position is onsite in Fort Worth as an individual contributor.

Sr. Military Proposal Specialist

Bell has an opening in our Fort Worth, TX headquarters for a Sr. Military Proposal Specialist to support the Bell Enterprise and Textron with solicitation strategy, proposal response management, and development of quality responses. Bring your experience and ideas and help us develop compliant, compelling, winning proposals that reflect the Bell Brand. As a Sr. Military Proposal Specialist, you will report to the Manager of the Capture Support Team (CST), and work across the Textron Enterprise to prepare, edit and submit finalized responses and proposal documents. Assists CST in maintaining the proposal schedule, planning, development, configuration control, and submittal of compliant compelling responses. You will also work to lead and direct internal and external support to communicate proposal responses in various ways, including graphic layouts, PowerPoint presentations, and SharePoint management. You will lead the development of templates for all future proposals and drive to an established cadence.

What you’ll be doing as a Sr. Military Proposal Specialist

Integrate with Proposal Specialists across the Bell and Textron Enterprise to:

Assess current enterprise-wide best practices and processes related to competitive proposals and develop future state recommendations based on benchmarking comparisons and in-depth reviews with internal and external SMEs on a basis of continuing improvementSeek out internal and external training and development opportunities to advance understanding of new proposal concepts and practicesDevelop ongoing training and development exercises to ensure enterprise readiness for major proposalsPlan and lead the development and review of proposal strategies, themes, and support the development of proposal management plans as required to include formatting and publication of final documentsLead cross-functional teams to ensure timely development and delivery of proposals

Skills You Bring To this Role

Excellent business skills needed to be credible with our executive team, including developing a strong understanding of Bell’s businessImpeccable verbal and written communication skillsA collaborative, consultative approach with all levels of an organization, ranging from individual contributors to senior executives – yet also willing to challenge the status quo when necessaryExemplary organizational skills and an uncompromising eye for quality and detail in a deadline-driven environmentAttention to detailDeep-seated aspiration for continuous learning and improvement

What you need to be successful

Bachelor's Degree with Major in Engineering, Finance, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field5 years' experience in business operations, marketing, manufacturing, engineering, finance, or similar roleProficiency with full suite of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Share PointExperience managing a proposal or portions of a response to major Department of Defense customers, foreign militaries, and (commercial) state/local governmentProposal Management Certification (APMP/Shipley) or formal proposal development and management training is preferredRotorcraft and/or aerospace industry experience is strongly preferredPrior US Government / US Embassy experience is preferred

What we offer you in return

You’ll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)120 hours Vacation time12-13 paid holidays per year6 weeks parental leaveTuition reimbursementCompetitive salaryComprehensive health insuranceOn-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselorAccess to more than 11 Employee Resource GroupsAnd so much more

It’s time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let’s make history together.

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